Africa Coordinating Centre for the Abandonment of FGM/C

Africa Coordinating Centre for the Abandonment of FGM/C ACCAF’s mandate is to contribute to the abandonment of FGM in Africa and beyond through innovative research, training, health care guidance to women and g

Africa Coordination Centre for abandonment of Female Ge***al Mutilation/Cutting (ACCAF) was formally established in 2012 as a trans-disciplinary, both in approach and personnel to champion efforts and address the gaps in abandonment of FGM/C in the Africa region within one generation. The Centre is hosted by the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, at the University of Nairobi with the overal

l aim of strengthening capacity in the region for research, implement interventions and monitor progress in accelerating efforts towards the abandonment of FGM/C and improved care for women and children suffering negative consequences of the practice. Our vision is to be a Centre of excellence championing multidisciplinary collaborator efforts with the goal of accelerating the abandonment of GM/C in Africa and beyond.

From knowledge to action! 🌍Research Assistants from Isiolo, Marsabit, and Tharaka Nithi are equipped to drive evidence-b...
08/10/2025

From knowledge to action! 🌍
Research Assistants from Isiolo, Marsabit, and Tharaka Nithi are equipped to drive evidence-based action against FGM through the STOP FGM NOW – KOMESHA FGM SASA Baseline Study.
Training led by Prof. Muia Ndavi (ACCAF) with support from UNFPA Kenya. The training was opened by Francisca Akope, Isiolo County Gender Based Violence Coordinator.

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