Baseline impact study Nigeria

Baseline Impact Study Nigeria

Conducted by ’60 Decibels’ – commissioned by GMC (and funded by UNFPA and Plan International)

Views on FGM

Most respondents report themselves as household decision makers. Men and women are almost equally likely not to carry out FGM on their daughters.

Medical Risks & Awareness

Two thirds of respondents believe there are negative medical risks with FGM.

Confidence on FGM

Respondents report varying levels of confidence when discussing different aspects of FGM.

Discussion & Views

One in ten respondents have changed their mind on FGM in the past one year.

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