10 November 2009 - 10H24
The scourge of female genital mutilation
Though female genital mutilation is widely considered to be a violation of women's rights, it remains common practice in parts of the world. We take a closer look at an entrenched tradition and efforts to stamp it out.
Our guest today is Naana Otoo-Oyortey, executive director of the Foundation for Women's Health, Research & Development (FORWARD).
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