Effects of Level of Education on Perceptions of Alternative Rite Of Passage of the Marakwet of Kenya (2012)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Kiptiony G. J.,Kariuki,M. W.,Kathuri,N
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: The aim of this study was to determine whether level of education influenced perceptions of ARP
Study Population: males and females (Elders and ARP Graduates)
Findings: The results showed that differences in level of education influenced perceptions of ARP. However,Qualitative data on experiences of ARP Graduates indicated that the mechanisms that ensure women undergo FGM are still firmly rooted in the culture. This study is significant in that the outcome will guide the expansion of existing approaches to FGM eradication. One of the recommendations is that ARP proponents should ensure that ARP Graduates are given enough support to sustain their resistance to FGM pressure and that the community should not hold onto myths about un-circumcision.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Eastern Africa
Country(ies):Kenya