this, the Commission is encouraged by the responsiveness and efforts of Member States In 2020 and 2021, estimates have suggested to challenge national responses in ensuring the an increase in inequalities and vulnerabilities issues of adolescent and young girls, and women as a result of the pandemic containment are a priority, and are integrated. [...] Public support, knowledge about the intent of the law, and adequate resourcing of the justice system are required to enhance the claiming of rights and application of law in ways that are supportive of the well-being of women, girls and their families. [...] The tool enables the identification of current costs of treating health conditions caused by FGM showing the potential amount of money saved if FGM is prevented.60 This will complement the now well documented research and evidence on the economic burden resulting from the management and treatment of the complications related to FGM.61 In view of the complexities of FGM, diversity of drivers and fa. [...] The President of Burkina Faso was also designated as the African Champion on the Elimination of FGM to bring visibility on the agenda to end the harmful practice and advocate for the implementation of the Saleema Initiative at the highest political levels. [...] The resolution among other things calls upon States to take comprehensive, multisectoral and rights-based measures to prevent and eliminate female genital mutilation; and to pay attention to the specific needs of women and girls, especially those in vulnerable situations, in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.113 In 2020, recognizing that young African women are at the heart of efforts to end FG.
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