FGM

Some violence survives not because it is unseen, but because it is protected by silence. FGM: The Silence That Cuts Deeper Than Flesh is a powerful, compassionate exploration of female genital mutilation told through the lens of a mother, a child, and the quiet systems that allow harm to continue across generations. This book does not sensationalise pain. Instead, it exposes how tradition, fear, and unspoken agreements create conditions where children are left unprotected.
Through a carefully written narrative rooted in lived realities, Josy K. examines how love can coexist with danger, how warning signs are minimised, and how women are often expected to remain silent to preserve belonging. The story reveals how FGM is rarely announced as violence but introduced gradually, disguised as duty, honour, or care. This book is both a story and a call to responsibility. It asks difficult questions of families, communities, and safeguarding systems.
It challenges the belief that silence is neutral and insists that awareness is the first form of protection. Written with restraint, dignity, and deep respect for survivors, FGM is intended for parents, educators, safeguarding professionals, advocates, and readers seeking to understand how hidden harm persists and how courage begins with speaking. Content note: This book addresses themes including female genital mutilation, honour-based harm, coercive control, and safeguarding concerns.
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