Female Genital Mutilation
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Text of the Resolution
Category: | Human Rights | Strength: | Strong | Proposed By: | Safalra |
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Description: The General Assembly,
Observing that female genital mutilation (hereafter 'FGM') is performed ritually in some cultures,
Alarmed by the long-term effects of FGM, including prolonged pain and increased risk of death during childbirth,
Deeply disturbed that many women are subjected to FGM against their will,
Recognising that when dealing with other cultures, legislation leads to confrontation, whilst education leads to willing change,
1. Condemns the practice of FGM;
2. Calls upon States to fund programmes educating citizens about the dangers of FGM;
3. Urges States to avoid using the alternative phrase 'female circumcision', as this leads to comparison with the safe male circumcision.
- Votes For: 14,778
- Votes Against: 1,360
- Implemented: Wed Jun 16 2004