An Assessment of Radio-Based Education about Female Genital Cutting and Health and Human Rights Issues in Douentza,Mali (2018)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Schliep,M. E.,Feinglass,J. M.,Cameron,K. A. & Sorensen,J. S.
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: The study aimed to capture knowledge about these topics following identified exposure to the radio-based programming,and also the use of radio as a means of health and human rights education,with a focus on FGM/C.
Study Population: Women and individuals of various age groups
Findings: Over ninety percent of respondents listened to radio every day,with many listening for more than five hours each day. 1-5 hours per day of listening was related with a higher score for ‘public health awareness’ compared to less frequent listeners. Radio appears to be an integral component of daily life in central Mali,as well as an important and accessible means of transmitting information,especially for those with limited literacy.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Western Africa
Country(ies):Mali