Rites: Female Circumcision and Infibulation

Synopsis: Female genetial mutilation (FGM) has been commonplace throughout history. In many parts of the world women and girls are horribly mutilated by loving female relatives or respected medical practitioners. This programme examines the phenomenon of FGM, provides a context and consides what women can do to challenge it. Sections deal with the practice in Europe and America as a punishment for or prevenion of promiscuity, in Africa as part of initiation rites, the connections with Islamic culture and the consequences for the black communities living in the UK. Issues involved include women’s rights, cultural freedom and racial prejudice.
Series: Critical Eye, Series
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Video
Year of production: 1990
Availability: Sale
Notes: Broadcast as RITES on C4 on 9/10/90 .
Subjects: Anthropology; Development studies; Women’s studies
Keywords: female genital mutilation; feminism; women’s health; women’s rights

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