The same elements that will transform a culture from performing FGM/C on its girl children – the values, and norms that inform the expected and accepted ways that people behave in a culture – will also bring increased acceptance for the use of contraception and information on family planning.
Tag archives for Women and Girls
Masculinity and Violence in Conflict
Political Transition Assistance and Prevention of Gender Based Violence
A Thing of the Past
USAID Activities Respond to Gender-Based Violence
USAID’s Rwanda Family Health Project is supporting the Ministry of Health in fighting gender-based violence. Read more >>
Using Photography to Evaluate Project Impact
Photography helps build confidence and communication skills in girls to speak up about their lives. Read more >>
R.E.S.P.E.C.T Find Out What It Means To Us
Access to Water Empowers Women in Morocco’s Middle Atlas
By working directly with local partners, our assistance is amplified far beyond the water tap. Read more >>
USAID at UNGA 2013: Day Two
A recap of USAID’s participation during, and around, several events at this year’s United Nations General Assembly. Read more >>
Girls and Women Transforming Societies
Today’s USAID and UK’s Department for International Development event on Girls and Women Transforming Societies demonstrates the progress we’re making on gender equality and women’s empowerment. Read more >>
