This online campaign was to seek justice for a girl named Jelida who died from FGM related complications in Meru County in December of 2018. The online campaign was coupled with peaceful demonstrations. As a result of this campaign the government as well as NGOs are more focused on combating FGM/C in Meru County

Key Achievements

  • The deceased was given a decent burial against the traditions of the Meru community
  • Some of the perpetrators were arrested and charged
  • Focus on FGM cases in Meru county was prioritized by government and partners

This campaign reached over 10M people across the World

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