Using safe spaces and social networks to convey reproductive health information to nomadic girls
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Abstract:
The status of girls reflects society’s sexual and reproductive health. Nomadic girls’ low social status mirrors their isolation, limited friendship networks, early marriage and female genital cutting (FGC), which undermines their sexual and reproductive health. Yet few sexual and reproductive health programmes reach these girls. This article discusses a new approach used to reach Maasai girls in Magadi and Loitokitok divisions of Kajiado County in Kenya with relevant information and services.
Authors:
Gitimu, A.
,
Kawai, D.
,
Leshore, C.
,
Nguura, P.
Country:
Kenya
Category:
General
End Page:
8
Serial number:
1
ISSN:
[1871-7551]
Journal:
Exchange on HIV/AIDS, sexuality and gender
Keywords:
disease prevention and control
,
gender
,
HIV and AIDS
,
information services
,
reproductive health
,
youth
Language:
eng
Organization:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute
Year:
2011
Region:
East Africa
Right:
© 2011 KIT
Subject:
Health and Nutrition
Start Page:
5
Title:
Using safe spaces and social networks to convey reproductive health information to nomadic girls