Safe Male Circumcision (SMC)
In Tharaka, rites of passage have long held deep cultural significance, marking the transition from childhood to adulthood. But while girls receive mentorship and protection through ARP, traditional practices have often exposed boys to unsafe circumcision procedures. TWWP’s Safe Male Circumcision (SMC) initiative redefines this transition for boys offering a modern, safe, and culturally relevant alternative that protects their health while empowering them as advocates for gender equality.
What makes the program unique is its respect for cultural values: it preserves the importance of initiation while aligning it with modern standards of safety and dignity. Boys still undergo a rite of passage just one that affirms life, health, and community responsibility, through safe, medically supervised procedures.
More Than a Procedure
SMC goes further than the circumcision itself. Each boy who takes part receives:- Mentorship in life skills, Education on FGM awareness, Guidance on building respectful, supportive relationships with girls, Encouragement to become a role model and vocal advocate against FGM
By fostering dialogue on positive masculinity, health, and gender equality, the program turns a boy’s rite of passage into a platform for leadership and change building communities where both genders are informed and empowered.
Our Impact
