5. Where is FGM practised?
FGM is practiced globally and is not limited to one geographic area.
For example, there are more than 28 different countries in Africa where FGM is practiced. There are pockets of communities in the Middle East and in Asia. It is also happening in UK, in Europe, Austalia and the USA.
It's also really important to understand that when communities migrate they tend to hold on to their traditions and culture, and there is a sense of individual really wanting to belong and of holding on to those things that give them identify.
Look at the map shown here to see the prevalence of FGM in different regions of the world.
How does this help you understand FGM within the UK setting or who is at risk of FGM?
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