COVID-19 and Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting and child marriage: An online multi-country cross sectional survey.

ABSTRACT: Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) and child marriage are prevalent in many countries in Asia and Africa. These practices are a violation of human rights and have significant impacts on the physical and mental well-being of those affected. COVID-19 restrictions such as lockdowns and closure of schools may have influenced the occurrence of FGM/C and child marriage. This analysis reported on the impact of these restrictions on FGM/C and child marriage. The International Sexual Health And REproductive Health (I-SHARE) research team organised a multi-country online survey. Sampling methods included convenience samples, online panels, and population-representative samples. Data collected included the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on the occurrence, intention to practice and change in p

SUBMITTER: Pande S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11527327 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature