A knifeless rite: influence of selected characteristics on the Marakwet of kenya’s perception of the counselling-based alternative rite of passage and levels of awareness of effects of FGM (2008)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Gladys Jerobon Kiptiony
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: To determine whether selected personal characteristics and socio-economic background factors influenced perceptions of ARP and levels of awareness of effects of FGM
Study Population: Marakwet people of Kenya in Marakwet District.
Findings: The results showed that differences in gender,age,education,religion,wealth and status influenced perceptions of ARP and awareness levels of effects of FGM. the mechanisms that ensure women undergo FGM are still firmly rooted
in the culture
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Eastern Africa
Country(ies):Kenya