Female circumcision is still sadly a commonplace practise.
That said, the issues are more complex when put into a cultural context where the right for century-old traditions should be allowed to persist. As much we feel morally oppposed to this type of mutilation and humiliation, we dont live those people's lives and their lives dont affect us. Outside interferences normally does little to change something so deeply culturally entrenched.
But help your friend. Since she herself is seeking help, i think it would be be best. The rights of the individual are tantamount.
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