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International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation

Every year on February 6, the world stands together for girls who deserve safety, health, and choice. The International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation is the United Nations' annual call to end a practice it condemns as a violation of human rights.

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Saturday, February 6Every year on February 6
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Declared February 6, 2003 by Stella Obasanjo at the Inter-African Committee conference; proclaimed by the UN General Assembly on December 20, 2012 (Resolution 67/146)
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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Learn the Facts

Read the United Nations and WHO pages on why female genital mutilation is a human rights violation, then share one verified fact with someone you trust.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Support Survivors and Girls at Risk

Donate to or volunteer with an organization that provides care, protection, and education to girls and women affected by or at risk of FGM.

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Raise the Conversation

Mark February 6 by sharing the day's message respectfully on social media, or by hosting a thoughtful discussion about ending harmful practices.

Plan ahead

International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation is observed on February 6 every year. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

2026Fri, Feb 6this year
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2036Wed, Feb 6

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Fast facts

At least 200 millionGirls and women alive today have undergone female genital mutilation (UNESCO).
Learn the facts from UN and WHO sources, and support organizations working to end the practice.

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