Violence against women and girls

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is when a female's genitals are deliberately altered or removed for non-medical reasons. It's also known as 'female circumcision' or 'cutting’ but has many other names. 

FGM is illegal in the UK and typically affects female children and young adults.

If you think a child is in immediate danger, call the police on 999 straight away. 

Adult social care

If you have safeguarding concerns regarding an adult, contact one of our adult social care teams.

Children’s social care

If you have safeguarding concerns regarding a child, refer them to our children's social care and MASH teams.

Organisations offering help

Africa Advocacy works across south-east London and supports people who have experienced FGM. 

Contact them by:

• calling 0208 698 4473
• emailing info@africaadvocacy.org

Forward works nationally with women and girls affected by any form of violence, including FGM. 

Contact them by:

• calling 0208 960 4000

The NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) operates a national FGM helpline where you can get advice and support. 

Contact them by:

• calling 0800 028 3550
• emailing help@nspcc.org.uk