Most parents do not even realize that circumcision, often referred to and minimized as a procedure, is traditionally a surgery involving a scalpel or surgical scissors that alters a fundamental aspect of an individual’s genitalia. It is an act that has both long- and short-term implications for both health and the ethics of personal autonomy....| Anti-circumcision Advocates | Intact America
Donate Now Your mission-critical support will help end “routine” circumcision in the U.S.. Donate today to keep baby boys and the men they become intact. Intact America operates as a not-for-profit organization based in Tarrytown, NY that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. EIN: 81-2887457 Other Ways to Give Your intactivism...| Anti-circumcision Advocates | Intact America
Circumcision. For some, it’s just a word—something that might elicit a shrug or a casual nod. But for others, it’s a deep scar, both literal and emotional—a mark left by a decision they never got to make. This ancient practice, dating back to Ancient Egypt (2300 B.C.), involves the surgical removal of the foreskin and...| Anti-circumcision Advocates | Intact America
The concepts of assent and consent are crucial in ethical decision-making across various contexts, standing as fundamental principles to ensure respect and autonomy. Despite their importance, the subtle differences between these terms are often overlooked, leading to misunderstandings. Understanding the disparities between assent and consent is vital in bodily autonomy and medical procedures, where clarity...| Anti-circumcision Advocates | Intact America
