THE 10-POINT MANIFESTO

This can be implemented by ratifying the Istanbul Convention (Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence) and other international human rights treaties.

Governments, communities of states, and law enforcement agencies must ensure that penalties are implemented draconically and perpetrators are held accountable for their crimes.

If women and girls are persecuted due to FGM in their country of origin, they must be recognized as entitled to asylum, as they are unable to obtain protection in their home country. Recognizing FGM as a ground for asylum is an important measure to protect women and girls and uphold their human rights.

in cases of suspected or actual genital mutilation. This requires that professionals such as doctors are released from their duty of confidentiality.

in the recognition, treatment, and prevention of FGM.

to promote their role and responsibility in eradicating FGM. Men are important supporters and need to be involved in awareness campaigns and other measures to combat female genital mutilation.

Students should be educated about the dangers and serious consequences of female genital mutilation so that they can work for a better future. Social media and local communities can be used for this purpose.

As female genital mutilation is often carried out under the pretext of religious reasons, it is important to cooperate with faith communities and their leaders.

as well as medical and psychological aftercare for women affected by FGM. This must be done regardless of the women's residence status.

to share knowledge and experience and to launch joint actions.