Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C):  Optimizing Trauma-Informed Care

Crista Johnson-Agbakwu MD

Professor

Executive Director

Collaborative in Health Equity

University of Massachusetts

Chan Medical School 

Learning Objectives:

1. ACKNOWLEDGE the historical, socio-cultural context, and epidemiology of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) and its health impact.
2. RECOGNIZE the human rights concerns and factors influencing health inequities and gaps in respectful care for communities affected by FGM/C.
3. UNDERSTAND the legal and ethical controversies and apply best practice guidelines and evidence-based resources that engenders trust with refugee community stakeholders, facilitates community capacity-building, considers the social determinants of health, and promotes critical linkages to community resources and support.  
4. IDENTIFY an interprofessional, team-based approach to the provision of linguistically inclusive, culturally, and trauma-informed care that optimizes health outcomes, and promotes the healing, health, and wellness of women and girls at risk of/or affected by FGM/C.

Dr. Johnson-Agbakwu indicated that she has no conflicts of interest to disclose.