Olayinka is 15, and currently lives in Rochdale with her mum and her two brothers (16 and 14). They are here because Olayinka refuses to undergo female genital mutilation (FGM), part of cultural tradition within her father’s family and tribe in Nigeria.
Olayinka has made it crystal clear that she would rather die in Britain than be deported to Nigeria and endure FGM, having attempted suicide three months ago. This campaign is launching to stop both of these outcomes. Olayinka and her mother and brothers must be allowed to live in safety in Britain.
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Updates
October 13, 2012
The response to Olayinka's story reflects a profound sense of urgency regarding her safety. I am currently coordinating with legal advocates to ensure her situation remains a priority for those in a position to intervene.
October 13, 2012
The momentum behind this campaign has grown significantly in recent weeks. Your dedication to protecting Olayinka and her family demonstrates a clear commitment to their safety and future. We will continue to advocate for this outcome with the urgency it demands.
Reached 100 supporters
October 13, 2012
7 Comments
You cannot send these little girls back to a country that thinks it's ok to mutilate females in this manner!!
Thank you, Olayinka, a brave girl who, in exposing your personal story, helps to highlight this problem that MUST be stopped all over the world. And thank you Olayinka's mother. You are two brave women,
This poor girl is just a child. how can anyone think sending her back is the right thing to do? let them stay.
Sending her back to face such harm is cruel and inhuman treatment. common sense needs to prevail here for once.
ABSOLUTELY DISGRACEFUL. STOP THIS DEPORTATION NOW Olayinka deserves to live free from this barbaric practice.
Fight Britain's racist immigration laws. No deportations.
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Olayinka is 15, and currently lives in Rochdale with her mum and her two brothers (16 and 14). They are here because Olayinka refuses to undergo female genital mutilation (FGM), part of cultural tradition within her father’s family and tribe in Nigeria.
Olayinka has made it crystal clear that she would rather die in Britain than be deported to Nigeria and endure FGM, having attempted suicide three months ago. This campaign is launching to stop both of these outcomes. Olayinka and her mother and brothers must be allowed to live in safety in Britain.
Click here to read more on Olayinka's story or to find out what else you can do to help.
Thank you.
Updates
October 13, 2012
The response to Olayinka's story reflects a profound sense of urgency regarding her safety. I am currently coordinating with legal advocates to ensure her situation remains a priority for those in a position to intervene.
October 13, 2012
The momentum behind this campaign has grown significantly in recent weeks. Your dedication to protecting Olayinka and her family demonstrates a clear commitment to their safety and future. We will continue to advocate for this outcome with the urgency it demands.
Reached 100 supporters
October 13, 2012
7 Comments
Please show compassion to Olayinka and her family. She ought to be protected. She could be safe here.
You cannot send these little girls back to a country that thinks it's ok to mutilate females in this manner!!
Thank you, Olayinka, a brave girl who, in exposing your personal story, helps to highlight this problem that MUST be stopped all over the world. And thank you Olayinka's mother. You are two brave women,
This poor girl is just a child. how can anyone think sending her back is the right thing to do? let them stay.
Sending her back to face such harm is cruel and inhuman treatment. common sense needs to prevail here for once.
ABSOLUTELY DISGRACEFUL. STOP THIS DEPORTATION NOW Olayinka deserves to live free from this barbaric practice.
Fight Britain's racist immigration laws. No deportations.
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Please show compassion to Olayinka and her family. She ought to be protected. She could be safe here.