Invitation to chair the FGM Conference : Zero tolerance for female genital mutilation

“There are some actions which, once taken, can never be undone. Female genital mutilation is one such action – it changes everything.” – Jon Rouse, Chief Officer for Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership. An estimated 137,000 women in the UK are living with the consequences of female genital mutilation (FGM), and at least 200 million have been subjected to the practice in 30 countries worldwide. NHS trusts and GP practices recorded attendance of around 2,000 individual women and girls between July and September 2017 where FGM was identified or a procedure for FGM had been undertaken. More than 3 million girls are estimated to be at risk of FGM annually. FGM is practiced for a variety of cultural reasons, but has no health benefits and can cause both short and long-term complications. FGM is recognised internationally as a violation of the human rights of girls and women. Both government legislation and campaigners are attempting to raise awareness about FGM, change cultural attitudes towards it and, ultimately, eradicate its practice. The FGM Conference will bring together key influencers who will share their views on what can be done to protect women and girls in the UK from the dangerous practice of FGM. Join us to hear speakers discuss cultural attitudes and the impact of the practice, preventative measures introduced by the government, and what is being done to raise awareness

Our home our Salford conference (organiser): community education on the health and wellbeing of refugees and migrants

A conference to inform local communities on the issuesand problems faced by refugees and migrants in Salford.The ethnic diversity of Salford has changed significantly inrecent years. This conference will provide information on the changing face of the BAME, Refugees and Migrant population in Salford and how their needs can be met more effectively.Highlights of the day❚ Hear personal testimonies from refugees and migrants❚ Understand the problems faced by refugees and migrants❚ Find out more about the key service needs across health,housing, education and employment.By attending you will also have the opportunity to discusstopics facing refugees and migrants with key speakers fromvarious local charities and organisations.This event is supported by Salford Forum for Refugees andPeople Seeking Asylum, Europia, Greater Manchester BMENetwork, Refugee Action, Salford City Council, Salix Homes,Trafford Rape Crisis, British Heart Foundation, North WestAmbulance Service NHS Trust, University and College Union(UCU), NESTAC, Lesbian Immigration Support Group, Revive,Visible Outcomes, Salford Sista’s Choir, Greater ManchesterFire and Rescue Service, Freedom From Torture