Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

In this course, you will develop a clear understanding of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), including the ability to define it and identify its four main types. You will learn how to respond sensitively and appropriately when speaking with a survivor, as well as gain insight into the cultural contexts in which FGM is practiced. The course also covers the legal framework and mandatory reporting requirements, helping you understand your responsibilities when concerns arise. Additionally, you will explore how common FGM is in the UK, learn to recognise who may be at risk and the signs to look out for, and become familiar with the support services available to both staff and potential victims.

Trigger Warning: The content within this course deals with sensitive and, on occasion, difficult topics around safeguarding and, as a result, may cause you to trigger some feelings or emotions that are upsetting. Due to the nature of safeguarding training, these topics need to be discussedThere may be lists or examples given of categories of early childhood trauma, including sexual and physical violence and neglect. Please feel free to leave the course if a particular subject triggers you and seek help and support when necessary.

In this module, we are going to explore what FGM is and what the effects of FGM are on victims. We will also look at some of the things that people say and ask about FGM and learn some more helpful ways to support survivors of FGM.

In this module, we will look at the origins of FGM and try to understand why different cultures practice FGM. We will also look at what different terms are used other than FGM.

This module will tackle some common myths surrounding FGM and will explore facets of UK law as it pertains to FGM and reporting concerns in practice.

In this module, we detail what to look out for, which may be signs you would notice in a girl that might have had FGM.

In this last module, we are looking at what support is available for us as professionals as well as to survivors of FGM.

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

What you'll learn

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Course content

Module One: Definition and Impact of FGM

Module Two: Origin and Practice of FGM

Module Three: FGM and UK Law

Module Four: Identifying the Signs of FGM

Module Five: Support, Signposting and Further Resources