The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation is observed on February 6th each year to raise awareness and promote action to end this harmful practice. Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a violation of human rights that has lasting physical, emotional, and psychological consequences for girls and women. It is estimated that over 200 million girls and women alive today have undergone FGM.

On this day, organizations and individuals worldwide come together to advocate for the abandonment of FGM and support survivors in their journey towards healing and empowerment. The United Nations has called for an end to FGM by 2030 as part of its Sustainable Development Goals. It is crucial to educate communities about the harmful effects of FGM and work towards creating a world where every girl and woman can live free from violence and discrimination.