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Female Circumcision in Australia
This fact sheet provides information about female circumcision (also known as Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting or FGM/C), including its health consequences, the different types of cutting, and what the law says in Australia.
It also lists support services available in each state and territory for women, girls, and families seeking information, advice, and assistance.
- Organisation:
- Multicultural Centre for Women's Health
- Topic:
- Women's health
- Target audience:
- New arrivals, Women
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- May 2026
- Last reviewed:
- May 2026
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