“When women rise, we all rise.”

Upcoming Events

My Body My Book Club

A book club hosted by Dr Julia Martins, in collaboration with The Vavengers.
‘We read fiction books (with the odd memoir here and there too) that deal with different aspects of how we understand bodily autonomy and exemplify how we can get involved and support each other.’
Next meeting:
14th December 2023
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Minimum donations £3

Book space
London Landmarks Half Marathon

Fundraise and run on behalf of The Vavengers, helping us end FGM/C.
Run through Westminster and City with The Vavengers as your best cheerleaders.
We have 10 charity places up for grabs, and they’re going fast. Sign up by contacting us directly.
The London Landmarks Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday 7 April 2024.

RUN FOR GOOD

Past Events

Modernising our View on Modern Slavery

October 2023
A panel discussion chaired by Sabrina Elba exploring how slavery has been re-defined by our contemporary world.
Our panel of experts and survivors explored how we can take more effective action to end modern slavery for good.
Supporting Better Healthcare for FGM/C Survivors

September 2023
A best-practice masterclass in treating survivors of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting and an exclusive panel chaired by Steve Ford - Editor of Nursing Times.
The masterclass hosted over 60 healthcare professionals live, and is now available to watch online.
Pro-bono Legal Clinic

August 2023
A world-class legal health check-up for grassroots organisations and activists in partnership with TrustLaw, Latham Watkins and JP Morgan.
Guests were able to address their immediate legal and governance concerns with the incredible Latham Watkins lawyers and connect with TrustLaw to join their global pro-bono network.
One Question Campaign Reception

May 2023
All our incredible partners joined us for a reception on The Conduit Rooftop, to celebrate our collaborative success for launching our One Question Campaign.
One Question Campaign Launch at the House of Lords

May 2023
The Vavengers presented a Healthcare Inequalities Report at the House of Lords. The meeting was hosted by Baroness Rosie Boycott and we were joined by NHS Chief Nursing Officer for England, Dame Ruth May and the office of NHS Chief Executive Officer Amanda Pritchard.
Through Her Eyes Dinner

Hosted by Hoda Ali and Shamsa Araweelo, The Vavengers held an immersive Somalian Dinner, with delicious food, music, and dance. We led guests through tales from our hosts’ childhoods in Somalia. FGM/C is not cultural nor religious; what we experienced on this night, was all about reminding us what Somali culture and tradition is all about.
London Landmarks Half Marathon 2023

April 2023
Our incredible runners ran for GOOD across London!
Feminism and FGM/C: How can the past shape Activism today?

12th November 2022
Our panel for the 2022 Being Human Festival, hosted by the Vagina Museum and in collaboration with King’s College London.
Viva La Vulva

March 2022
Private fundraising event during the Big Give.
Volume II

Volume II Action Against FGM Fundraiser, 28 October 2017, London.
Line Up: Laura Misch, Decosta Boyce, Megan Beech, Fawn, Dire Pitan, Nomad Speaks and Duke Of Wolves.
See photos here
Volume I

Action Against FGM Fundraiser, 22 April 2017, Camden, London.
Organised by: Mabel Evans, Hoda Ali, and Leyla Hussein.
Line Up: Nina Fine, John Armstrong and Matthew Bray, Yasmin Autwal, Tokio, Megan Beech, Duke of Wolves, and Dylema Collective.
See photos here
The Exhibition

The Exhibition, 5th May 2018, London.
An evening of artworks, live music and poetry to raise money for the SOS Women and Children hospital in Mogadishu.
See photos here

Creative Ambassadors

The Vavengers began as an arts collective, uniting artists of all disciplines with survivors of Gender Based Violence. Our aim is to create spaces where cross sector engagement and creation, can lead to new channels of dialog and collaboration.

Thank you to all the artists below that have supported us in our work and continue to raise awareness against FGM/C.

Get in touch if you would be interested in joining our network of creative ambassadors!

Musicians & Poets