Ambassador Dukureh is currently in Liberia to participate in the 16 days of activism against Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBVs). “Along with UN Women, we are ready to continue working with traditional leaders, especially the women traditional leaders – they are the custodians of our traditions. She noted that FGM should be discussed with communities and leaders, including Zoes that are involved with the practice. “The traditional people and Liberia are on track when it comes to the awareness and advocacy of FGM. In 2018, Liberia outlawed FGM for one year through Executive Order No 92 on Domestic Violence.

Source: Front Page Africa November 24, 2022 09:51 UTC