Sahiyo

Sahiyo Empowering Asian & other communities to end female ge***al cutting and create social change by dialogue, education & collaboration.

Sahiyo is the Bohra Gujarati word for ‘saheliyo,’ or friends, and reflects the organization’s mission to engage in dialogue with the community to find a collective solution towards ending FGC or khatna. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:
- To bring an end to the practice of female ge***al cutting (also known as female ge***al mutilation or female circumcision), which has been recognized as a human rights violation by the World Health Organization, United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

- To enable a culture in which a woman/girl’s body and female sexuality is not feared or suppressed, but embraced as normal.

- To recognize and emphasize the values of consent and a child/woman’s right over her own body.

International Day of the Girl Child is a reminder of why we must keep working toward a future where every girl can live ...
12/10/2026

International Day of the Girl Child is a reminder of why we must keep working toward a future where every girl can live free from FGM/C and child marriage.

Last month, Justice for Girls 2026 came to a close with participants reflecting on key takeaways and how to carry the movement’s collective vision forward. Through closing reflections from movement leaders, youth feminists, government representatives, and funders, the final day reinforced the importance of continued commitment and collective action. The convening may have ended, but the work continues!🤝

🎉Our Virtual Auction is OPEN NOW!👉Place your bids on great items such as tropical vacations, classes, handcrafted art, j...
11/10/2026

🎉Our Virtual Auction is OPEN NOW!

👉Place your bids on great items such as tropical vacations, classes, handcrafted art, jewelry, and much more!

📲Comment AUCTION to view items and place a bid!

Day 2 of Justice for Girls 2026 focused on the challenges and opportunities in the movement to end FGM/C and child marri...
09/10/2026

Day 2 of Justice for Girls 2026 focused on the challenges and opportunities in the movement to end FGM/C and child marriage.

🌍🤝Through sessions on inclusion, safety, wellbeing, bodily autonomy, creative expression, and funding, participants shared ideas on how to strengthen this work. The day also featured a performance by Maasai dancers and ended with the Night of Unity, celebrating the cultures and connections that bring us together to end FGM/C and child marriage!

🤝 Last month, Justice for Girls 2026 began in Naivasha, Kenya, bringing together survivors, activists, advocates, young ...
08/10/2026

🤝 Last month, Justice for Girls 2026 began in Naivasha, Kenya, bringing together survivors, activists, advocates, young feminists, policymakers, funders, and movement leaders from around the world.

The first day created space to connect, listen, and reflect on where the movement to end FGM/C and child marriage stands today. Through survivor-led reflections, regional perspectives, and conversations on progress, challenges, and gaps, participants began laying the groundwork for the collective action ahead!

08/10/2026

Bodily autonomy means 🌟EVERYONE 🌟

This Intersex Awareness Day, join us for a virtual celebration and movement crossover, bringing together cultural workers across reproductive justice, FGM/C, intersex, and trans movements.

interACT and SLIM (Strategy Lab for Intersex Movements) invite you to spend time together for the 30th anniversary of the intersex movement’s special day.

How can we create a world with bodily autonomy for all of us? We'll start with a group embodiment practice led by Sean Saifa Wall. Then we'll hear from Yamani of Groundswell Fund, Mariah Ayscue, Mariya of Sahiyo Voices, and Raquel Willis of Gender Liberation Movement, plus announce new projects with more opportunities for future collaboration.

Together, we’ll explore group embodiment, intersex movement history, and resistance to medical violence.
🗓 October 26 | 7PM EST
🗣️ English and Español
💻 Register at fnd.us/inter2026

Register online + pay what you can to support intersex work. Need a free ticket? Email [email protected].

08/10/2026
Pallavi Gunalan is one of the three talented comedians featured in our live and virtual kick-off show on October 15th!🎤😂...
05/10/2026

Pallavi Gunalan is one of the three talented comedians featured in our live and virtual kick-off show on October 15th!🎤😂

Join us from anywhere for a hilarious night as we celebrate women's voices at CelebrateHer: Comedy & Auction!

🎟️ Comment COMEDY to get your ticket!

We're excited to have Aivy Cordova as one of the comedians for our live comedy show!🎤😂 Join us virtually on October 15th...
03/10/2026

We're excited to have Aivy Cordova as one of the comedians for our live comedy show!🎤😂

Join us virtually on October 15th to kick off our silent auction with an evening of comedy and celebration of women's voices!

🎟️ Comment COMEDY to get your ticket!

Meet Subhah Agarwal, one of three comedians joining us live on October 15th for our CelebrateHer: Comedy Show & Auction!...
02/10/2026

Meet Subhah Agarwal, one of three comedians joining us live on October 15th for our CelebrateHer: Comedy Show & Auction! 🎤😂

Join us for a night of comedy while supporting Sahiyo’s work to end female ge***al cutting (FGC).

🎟️ Comment COMEDY to get your ticket!

We want to hear YOUR voice!As we prepare for CelebrateHer: Comedy & Auction, taking place October 11–15, we invite you t...
01/10/2026

We want to hear YOUR voice!

As we prepare for CelebrateHer: Comedy & Auction, taking place October 11–15, we invite you to share a photo, message, reflection, or creative contribution that captures what community, courage, and change mean to you.

🔗 Comment HER to submit!

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