International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation seeks to raise awareness and eliminate the practice of female genital mutilation. Female genital mutilation is a procedure involving the altering or injuring of the female genitalia for non-medical reasons. According to the U.N, it is recognized internationally as a violation of the human rights, health, and integrity of girls and women.
International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation was established in 2012 by the U.N General Assembly. It is observed annually on February 6th.
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