Determinants Of Male Involvement In Family Planning In Huruma Ward, Mathare Constituency
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Date
2019Author
Nyakundi, Beldina M
Type
ThesisLanguage
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This is a cross-sectional exploratory study of determinants of male involvement in family
planning in Huruma Ward, Mathare Constituency. The study investigated the sociocultural
determinants of male involvement in FP as well as the challenges facing male
participation in FP. Random sampling sing CDC Epi-Info approach was used to arrive at
the sample population. Focused group discussions, Key Informant interviews and survey
methods were used for data collection. The study established that socio-cultural
determinants of male involvement in FP include religion, cultural perceptions, age and
marital status. Challenges identified include covert gender relations, Myths and attitudes
towards FP, the traditional role of men in siring children, female influence as well as
structural challenges including the dominance of women in FP. This study recommends
advocacy and sensitization of men on the importance of their involvement in FP and
especially on decision making regarding FP. Further recommendations are also made with
regards to use of behavior change communication models targeting men.
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University of Nairobi
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