UNFPA, in collaboration with the Ministry of Muslim Affairs and Wafqs, organized training on Results-Based Management, and the development of specific communication materials for the Shamikats network.

This has enabled 25 members of the National Network of Faith-Based Religions to be trained in results-based management, better planning and identification of priority actions for 2019, and a public statement (below) on FGM:

“We declare that FGM is an inherited habit. It has several approved bad psychological, health, and social consequences. It does not have any legitimate religious support. It should be immediately stopped. Because we keen to prevent harm and bring good, and in accordance with Djiboutian laws, we also declare that we are committed to refrain from practicing it within our own families as a practical model for others, and we will work hard with concerned partners to get rid of it our society.”

This statement was released on various communication platforms and highlighted the ongoing commitment of religious leaders to bring about behavioral change to this harmful practice.