Changing Narratives Podcast
Changing Narratives Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Changing Narratives, the official podcast of The U.S. End FGM/C Network. This podcast is a platform for bold conversations, survivor-led advocacy and the stories that inspire change. Together with activists, experts, and change-makers, we explore the multifaceted fight to end female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) and uplift the voices driving progress.
From policy wins to personal triumphs, Changing Narratives shines a light on the efforts shaping a world free from FGM/C. Join us as we challenge norms and build a movement rooted in dignity and action.
🎧 Subscribe now and be part of the change! Contribute to us today: https://endfgmnetwork.org/donation/.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on issues related to female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) advocacy, survivor stories, and policy discussions. Episodes feature discussions on personal advocacy journeys, such as the Connecticut Coalition's efforts to end FGM/C, and highlight the importance of amplifying survivor voices within the movement.
Welcome to Changing Narratives, the official podcast of The U.S. End FGM/C Network. This podcast is a platform for bold conversations, survivor-led advocacy and the stories that inspire change. Together with activists, experts, and change-makers, we explore the multifaceted fight to end female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) and uplift the voices driving progress.
From policy wins to personal triumphs, Changing Narratives shines a light on the efforts shaping a world free from FGM/C. Join us as we challenge norms and build a movement rooted in dignity and action.
🎧 Subscribe now and be part of the change! Contribute to us today: https://endfgmnetwork.org/donation/.
“Change doesn’t happen to communities—it happens with them.”
In this inspiring episode of Changing Narratives, host Patricia Mars is joined by Hibo Jama and Barwaqo Aden of Nisaa African Family Services, a grassroots powerhouse supporting African refugee and immigrant communities in Iowa. With deep ties to the communities they serve, Hibo and Barwaqo open up about the emotional and cultural challenges of addressing FGM/C—and the victories they’ve witnessed along the way.
They unpack how attitudes around FGM/C are shifting, why engaging men and boys is essential and what policy changes could meaningfully support survivors. Most importantly, they share how Nisaa’s work proves that culturally-grounded care isn’t just effective—it’s necessary.
Whether you’re a survivor, advocate, ally or policymaker, this conversation will deepen your understanding and reinvigorate your commitment to ending gender-based violence
Tune in and join us in championing community-led solutions and amplifying survivor voices.
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