“female genital mutilation/cutting”

This page presents an official legal definition of “female genital mutilation/cutting” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

All procedures involving partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs, for non-medical reasons.

Source: Family, domestic and sexual violence glossary (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare)