These statistical profiles present the latest available data on female genital mutilation (FGM) for 31 countries where the practice is concentrated, and in which nationally representative data have been collected. The profiles provide figures on how widespread the practice of FGM is, when and how it is performed, which girls are most affected, and what women and men think about the practice. Trend analysis shows how each of these factors have changed over time.
The data presented in these country profiles aligns with reporting on Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) indicator 5.3.2. More information on UNICEF’s role in SDG reporting on child-related indicators is available here. The data presented in the profiles represent the latest available validated data source per country, with reference years that vary depending on national data collection schedules. Detailed source information is available in the Notes section of each profile, on page 4.
