Introduce FGM reconstruction surgery and psychosexual support within the NHS.

Rejected 10 signatures

What the petition asks

For the UK Parliament to integrate FGM reconstruction surgery and psychosexual support into the NHS, leveraging its capacity for similar complex procedures. This aims to address the long-neglected needs of FGM survivors, restoring their physical integrity and mitigating health complications.

Incorporating FGM reconstruction surgery and psychosexual support into the NHS is crucial for the comprehensive care of FGM survivors. Although NHS professionals are skilled in complex surgeries like gender reassignment and labiaplasty, reconstruction demands a deeper awareness of FGM survivors' specific challenges and sensitivities. Fund education and training that not only enhances surgical expertise but also covers psychosexual support, safeguarding, and holistic care.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

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Fund reconstruction surgery and psychosexual therapy for FGM survivors

Fund reconstruction surgery and psychosexual therapy for FGM survivors

Timeline

26 Mar 2024	Petition opened for signatures
9 Apr 2024	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 10

Status Rejected

Rejected 9 Apr 2024

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