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The Experiences of Female Survivors of Gender Based Violence in Recovery Centres in Nairobi City County.
(2022)The main aim of this descriptive study was to examine the experiences of female survivors of GBV in two recovery centres in Nairobi City County. The study intended to document these women’s journeys as they sought support ... -
Experiences of Women in Male Support During, and After Post Abortion Care in Kenyatta Hospital and Nairobi Women’s Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This was a cross-sectional descriptive study on experiences of women in male support during and post abortion care. The study examined the attitude and experiences of women in involving men in their abortion trajectory, ... -
Exploring the Influence of Female Social Science Students' Characteristics on Their Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice of Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECPS) at the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECPs) are highly effective post-coital interventions for preventing pregnancy. However, in low- and middle-income countries, including Kenya, women's access to ECPs and reliable information ... -
Factors Influencing Male Involvement In Young Children Feeding Practices: A Case Of Dagoretti Informal Settlements.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The involvement of men in maternal and child nutrition, presents an opportunity for improvement child and maternal nutrition as men often play a key role in decision-making particularly regarding access to foods and spending ... -
Factors Influencing The Retention Of Female Students In Science, Technology, Engineering And Mathematics (Stem) Courses, At The Technical University Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Female students who develop interest in STEM courses are affected by barriers that hinder their achievements, engagement and retention in STEM. Their numbers, graduating from universities reduces as they climb the academic ... -
A Gender Analysis of Complementary Feeding Among Children Under Five Years in Kamukunji Informal Settlements in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Family is the basic unit of society. Family involvement in complementary feeding offers the prospect of improved child nutrition as it serves as the mother's social support aiding her decision-making process regarding ... -
Influence of Dignity Kits Uptake on Daasanach Girls’ Attendance and Performance in Primary Schools in Ileret Ward, Marsabit County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study examined the uptake of dignity kits by Daasanach girls in primary schools in Marsabit county, Kenya. It specifically sought to: establish how uptake of dignity kits influence the performance of Daasanach girls ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices on Zoonotic Diseases and Control Among Actors in Livestock Trade in Busia County, Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Zoonotic diseases pose a direct health threat to the communities in which they occur, and they concurrently undermine livestock keepers' livelihoods. A combination of anthropogenic, animal, and ecosystem activities drives ... -
Lived Experiences of Widows in Kabula Ward, Bungoma County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study seeks to understand and document the lived experiences of widows and to analyze the effectiveness of existing statutory laws and policies protecting widows in Kabula Ward, Bungoma County. The study carries out ... -
Maasai medicine : Practicing health and therapy in Ngorongoro conservation area, Tanzania1997
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Men’s Perceptions Of Gender Mainstreaming In Murang’a County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This is a descriptive and cross sectional study interested in understanding how men perceive gender mainstreaming in Murang’a County. The study interrogates men’s perceptions of women empowerment programs from a disempowered ... -
A Qualitative Study of Urban Women's Experience and Coping Strategies Towards Domestic Violence During Covid-19 Lockdown in Kitengella, Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Domestic violence encompasses many forms of violence, including sexual, psychological (emotional), and physical abuse an intimate partner, a relation or a friend in a domestic setting. DV is a global social and public ... -
The Role of Women in Post Conflict Reconstruction of Human Settlements in Mogadishu, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Due to their importance in peacekeeping and development, women's participation in country programmes is important to the achievement of post-conflict reconstruction. In Somalia, there is a robust influx of women as planners ... -
Socio-economic and Cultural Barriers Faced by Adolescent Mothers on Their Reintegration Back to School in Yimbo West Ward, Siaya County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This was a cross-sectional descriptive study on challenges faced by adolescent mothers on their reintegration back to school in Yimbo West Ward, Siaya County. The study examined the socio-economic and cultural barriers in ... -
Socio-economic Factors Affecting Women Participation in Elective Politics in Embu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The issue of women's representation in elective politics is still a challenge in Kenya. Women have fought fiercely to ascend high political offices and represent the national and county assembly properly. The study ... -
Towards Understanding the Gusii-kipsigis Conflict Along Sotik/borabu Border (1992 to 2010)
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The Gusii and the Kipsigis have been engaged in conflict against each other for a long time. There also exists tangible competition for access to land and contest over administrative boundaries, politics of ethnicity, ... -
Water security risks and coping mechanisms among sedentarized pastoralists in Isiolo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study was conducted in Isiolo Sub-County of Isiolo County. Underpinned by cross-sectional design, the study investigated water security risks and coping mechanisms among sedentarized pastoralists in Isiolo County. The ...