The role of communities and leadership in ending female genital mutilation in Tanzania: an exploratory cross-sectional qualitative study in Tanga

Abstract Background Female genital mutilation (FGM) is one of the diehard cultures in the Mediterranean and sub-Saharan Africa. The act involves chopping off part of the female genitals in varying degrees depending on the society. The motive behind this practice includes reducing female sexual desir...

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Main Authors: Serafina Mkuwa, Jane Sempeho, Omari Kimbute, Stella Emmanuel Mushy, Anthony Ndjovu, Juhudi Mfaume, Frida Ngalesoni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-01-01
Series:BMC Public Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-15086-z