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the authors and do not necessarily reflect the view of USAID. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Many organizations and individuals supported this study, particularly the Ministry of Health, Division of Reproductive Health, and the Maendeleo ya Wanawake organization. Special thanks go to the Provincial Medical Officer, Nyanza Province (Dr. Misore); to the FGM coordinator at the Division of Reproductive Health (Mrs. Anne Njeru); and the Provincial Coordinator for Maendeleo ya Wanawake in Kisii (Rose Mwebi) for their support and assistance during data collection. Humphries Evelia, the Field Coordinator, deserves special thanks, as do all of those who participated in the data collection, data entry and analysis – their enthusiasm and dedication were an inspiration. Our deepest appreciation goes to the community members, key opinion leaders, managers of health facilities and health providers. Their willingness to participate and share their views and experiences has made it possible to get a better understanding of the reality of female genital cutting in the community. Their experiences form the core of this report and hav