Overcoming: My Fight Against FGM

Ann-Marie Wilson's life's work is to speak out against FGM and support survivors, building 28 Too Many to offer hope to millions of girls at risk.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 18 June 2021
Publisher: Lion Hudson Ltd

Each year, around three million girls worldwide face the risk of female genital mutilation (FGM). When Ann-Marie Wilson encountered Fatima, a young girl from West Darfur who had undergone FGM at the tender age of five and had become pregnant by the age of ten, she knew she had to act. Since then, her life's work has been dedicated to raising awareness about FGM and providing support to as many survivors as possible. Drawing from the experiences of over 3,000 FGM survivors and meetings with prominent figures such as heads of state and the Pope, Overcoming tells the inspiring story of how Ann-Marie drew strength from her Christian faith during her darkest moments to establish 28 Too Many. This international organization offers hope to millions of girls, just like Fatima, who are at risk of FGM each year.

Ann-Marie's journey began when she met Fatima in West Darfur. Fatima had undergone FGM at a young age and was already pregnant at ten. Ann-Marie was deeply moved by Fatima's story and knew she had to do something to help her and other girls like her. Since then, Ann-Marie has dedicated her life to speaking out against FGM and providing support to survivors.

Ann-Marie's work is built on the experience of over 3,000 FGM survivors. She has met with heads of state and the Pope to raise awareness about FGM and has worked tirelessly to promote its abolition. Through her organization, 28 Too Many, Ann-Marie provides medical care, psychological support, and spiritual guidance to survivors.

One of the key aspects of Ann-Marie's work is her focus on providing long-term support to survivors. She understands that FGM is not just a physical injury but also a psychological and emotional one. Ann-Marie's organization provides counseling services, training programs, and economic empowerment to help survivors rebuild their lives and achieve their goals.

In addition to her work in Africa, Ann-Marie has also spoken out about FGM in the United States and other countries. She has worked with policymakers and legislators to promote legislation that criminalizes FGM and provides support to survivors.

Ann-Marie's story is a testament to the power of human compassion and the resilience of the human spirit. She has shown that even in the face of adversity, it is possible to make a difference and create a better world for girls like Fatima. Through her work, Ann-Marie has inspired countless others to join her in the fight against FGM and has helped to bring attention to this issue on a global scale.

In conclusion, three million girls across the world are at risk of female genital mutilation (FGM) each year. Ann-Marie Wilson's life's work has been dedicated to raising awareness about FGM and providing support to survivors. Through her organization, 28 Too Many, Ann-Marie provides medical care, psychological support, and spiritual guidance to survivors. Her focus on long-term support and her work with policymakers and legislators have helped to promote legislation that criminalizes FGM and provides support to survivors. Ann-Marie's story is a testament to the power of human compassion and the resilience of the human spirit.

Weight: 184g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800300071
Edition number: New ed