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News on female genital mutilation (FGM/C). Current events can be found under the heading Network on a separate page.

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20/04/2026

IMAP Statement on Preventing Female Genital Cutting

The International Medical Advisory Panel (IMAP) has published a statement outlining measures for the prevention of and response to FGM/C.

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Federal Office for Gender Equality

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[Translate to English:] Caritas Schweiz

[Translate to English:] Caritas Schweiz

[Translate to English:] Santé Sexuelle Schweiz