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The Meaning Behind “Binti Msaghane” And Why It Matters
In some communities, the word Msaghane is not just a word, it’s a weapon. It’s been used to shame, exclude, and diminish young girls who...
Tracy Andrew
Jun 62 min read
The Heartbreak of Realizing the Unthinkable: A Girl's Discovery of What Should Never Be Normal in Desert Flower
In Desert Flower (2009), the powerful and heartbreaking story of Waris Dirie is brought to life, showing her escape from the horrors of...
Tracy Andrew
Nov 16, 20243 min read
Embracing Change: Cultural Alternatives to FGM as a Path to Empowerment
While the journey to end FGM is complex, hope lies in the possibility of culturally respectful alternatives—known as Alternative Rites of...
Tracy Andrew
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Marginalized for Refusing FGM: The Social Cost of Being “Msaghane”
In some communities, refusing FGM can be as isolating as undergoing it. Girls who avoid FGM are often labeled “Msaghane,” a term that...
Tracy Andrew
Nov 6, 20241 min read
The Hidden Trauma of FGM: Tools and Terrors
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is often described as a cultural rite of passage, but the reality of the procedure reveals something much...
Tracy Andrew
Nov 6, 20241 min read
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