FORWARD PublicationsFORWARD has a list of publications available for purchase. These publications include research that FORWARD has conducted, as well as Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) guides for professionals, and reports of the proceedings of conferences and Inter-Agency and NGO Forums related to FGM and child marriage. Also available to purchase from FORWARD?s publication list are various non-FORWARD FGM publications. AnOrder Formis available at the bottom of this page. Female Genital Mutilation PublicationsHolistic Care for Women: A Practical Guide for MidwivesFORWARD 2001 £5.00 This publication offers detailed practical advice, such as guidelines on procedures for midwives caring for women affected by FGM. Written in consultation with midwives, as well as health and inter-agency professionals working on FGM, this comprehensive book makes an excellent training aid and reference guide for those in reproductive health work. Child Protection and Female Genital MutilationFORWARD 1992 £4.50 these guidelines are for the use of workers involved with communities in which FGM is known to be prevalent. The detailed advice should enable Health, Education and Social Work professionals to take measures aimed at the prevention of FGM, and also advocates a supportive approach to enable the communities and individuals involved to eliminate the practice." Virginia Bottomley, former Minister of State for Health. Female Genital Mutilation: Proposals for ChangeMinority Rights Group International Report, 1996 £6.00 This is an essential resource for all those concerned with the health and welfare of women and children, with development, social change and human rights. It will be of great value to professionals who may encounter the practice, lawyers, journalists, development agencies, governments and academics. Out of Sight, Out of Mind?FORWARD 1998 £8.00 The report of a survey into inter-agency policies and procedures relating to female genital mutilation in England and Wales. This study looks into how and whether the UK is dealing with the practice of FGM in a way that is culturally sensitive but is ultimately effective in bringing about the eradication of the practice.
Female Genital Mutilation: A Case Study in Birmingham - CURRENTLY OUT OF PRINTFORWARD 2001 £8.00 The report of the case study of men and women from Somalia, Eritrea, Yemen and Sudan resident in Birmingham, highlights issues surrounding FGM in the UK. This includes the attitudes and awareness of the communities, and perceived access to health care facilities. The SWITCH ProjectFORWARD 1999 £8.00 This is one of a few explanatory studies investigating the prevalence and impact of FGM in the UK. This FGM related case study was conducted among 15 Somali women in Manchester. The Way FORWARDFORWARD 1997 £4.00 A Report of the proceedings of the Inter-Agency NGOs Forum. Moving FORWARDFORWARD 1999 £4.00 A Report of the conference on FGM. This covers such topics as the cultural and social dimensions of FGM, recent research on FGM in the UK, and reports from various organisations working in the Community. Warrior Marks: FGM and The Sexual Blinding of WomenHarcourt Brace & Company 1993 £8.00 From California to England to Senegal, The Gambia, and Burkina Faso, Warrior Marks follows Walker and Parmer as they interview people who are concerned with and affected by the practice of FGM. A remarkable collaborative effort, combining transcripts of their interviews, new poems and vivid and poignant photographs. The Day Kadi Lost Part of her LifeSpinfex Press 1998 £10.95 This book documents the day four-year-old Kadi is genitally mutilated, inviting the reader to reflect and be confronted with the horror of this practice. A highly recommended book, it combines both Ramos Rioja's account of the day and startling photography by Manresa. Friends are Forever - CURRENTLY OUT OF PRINTFORWARD 2001 £8.00 This colourful resource takes the form of a discussion of the issues surrounding FGM between young girls within the UK. The book explores how young people react when they are confronted by the issue of FGM, and aims to create awareness of the rights of young women to choose whether or not they wish to retain FGM as part of their culture. This publication, aimed at young people, is a great resource for community youth workers and schools. Do They Hear You When You CryBantum Books 1998 £8.99 Fauziya Kassindja's harrowing story begins in Togo, where at the age of seventeen she was forced to marry and prepare for the ritual of female genital mutilation. This inspirational and dramatic autobiography takes you through her escape from her homeland and her struggle to seek asylum in the USA, in an attempt to free herself from the injustices of her culture. Desert FlowerVirago Press 1998 £8.99 The Somali Supermodel Waris Dirie's life began as a desert nomad. At the age of five she suffered female genital mutilation and at 12, she fled an arranged marriage. Now, as a UN Special Ambassador on FGM she is using her courage and her beauty to help stop the practice worldwide. This is a tale of remarkable spirit and beautiful inspiration to anyone. Female Genital Mutilation: Knowledge, Attitudes & Responses amongst Communities & Health ProfessionalsFORWARD 2001 £6.00 This report comprises a KAP (Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice) study of African women living in Kensington & Chelsea from four communities: Somali, Eritrean, Ethiopian and Sudanese, as well as the Knowledge, Attitude and Care of the health professionals practising within the borough. Female Genital Mutilation: A Counselling Guide for ProfessionalsFORWARD 1992 £2.00 This guide offers advice, skills and approaches with which to provide counselling in relation to FGM. The Right Path to Health: Islamic Ruling on Male and Female CircumcisionWorld Health Organization - Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean , 1996 £2.00 A comprehensive insight into the Islamic rulings on male and female genital cuttings that denounces the practice of FGM with firm, sound evidences for his arguments. A useful tool for anyone working with Muslim FGM practising communities. Female Genital Mutilation: Treating the Tears£15.99 Limited Signed Copies, 10.00 Non-signed This book deals with not only the physical but also with the psychological effects of FGM. It describes how the UK has no effective procedure either to identify girls 'at risk' or to identify those who have been taken away to be cut. The author recognises that there is real opportunity for good practice to be shared and a real difference made. From extensive interviews with women who have cut she details their experiences and recommends ways forward for all those who may be involved in their care. Although primarily of interest to those working in health and social care, the subject is also of interest to a wider audience and is written in a highly readable and accessible style. Legislation in Europe regarding Female Genital Mutilation and the Implementation of the law in Belgium, France, Spain, Sweden and the UK2004 £0 ? P&P costs only This is a research in the existing legislation in Europe in respect of FGM, concentrating on the 5 countries indicated above. A very useful book for anyone interested in the different ways in which legislation has been used in the fight against FGM. Child Marriage PublicationsEarly Marriage - Sexual Exploitation and the Human Rights of GirlsNovember 2001 £4.00 A comprehensive background document on the issue of child marriage, including International Commitments and the Position and Recommendations of the Forum on Marriages in relation to this form of sexual exploitation of girls. Early Marriage and Poverty - Exploring Links for Policy and Programme DevelopmentNovember 2003 £4.00 This publication is a detailed exploration of the social risk factors and causal links between early marriage and poverty, the consequences of child marriage, and strategies for future policy, including practical examples for promoting change and supporting women and girls affected by early and forced marriages. The Ouagadougou Technical Consultation on Early & Forced Marriage & the Rights of Women & GirlsJune 2004 £4.00 A Summary Report of the Ouagadougou Technical Consultation on Early & Forced Marriage & the Rights of Women & Girls, held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso 13-16 October 2003. In addition to contextualising the issue of Early and Forced Marriages, this report summarises the main presentations and country papers presented at the consultation, as well as the outcomes and recommendations from workshops and other discussions related to future strategies and programmes.
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