February 06

Established by the United Nations in 2003, the International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation is observed annually on February 6. It seeks to raise awareness of the human rights violations inherent in FGM and mobilize governments, civil society, and communities to enact protective measures. The day highlights the physical and psychological consequences faced by millions of women and girls around the world. Through education campaigns, policy dialogues, and survivor testimonies, advocates call for zero tolerance and comprehensive legal frameworks. Events range from workshops and marches to artistic performances that amplify voices of survivors and allies. This observance underscores the global commitment to ending FGM by 2030 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals.