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202020 minPGdocumentary

Messania's Story

202020 minPGdocumentary

A young girl is forced to undergo female genital mutilation to become marriageable to an older stranger, but she escapes and challenges cultural norms.

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A young girl is forced to undergo female genital mutilation to become marriageable to an older stranger, but she escapes and challenges cultural norms.

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Laki Karaviasdirector

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Messania, a young girl from Africa, faces the threat of female genital mutilation as a cultural requirement for marriage. At a young age, she is pressured to conform to harmful traditions that dictate her future. Determined to escape this cycle of abuse, Messania takes a stand against these practices. Her story unfolds over 20 minutes, revealing her struggle and courage in challenging the norms that seek to define her life.

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