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Title
Access to information on sexual reproductive health amongst young women in Mara region, Tanzania |
Full text
http://hdl.handle.net/1887/53146 |
Date
2017 |
Author(s)
Pirvu, Anastasia |
Contributor(s)
Both, Jonna |
Abstract
High prevalence of HIV, teenage pregnancy and unsafe abortions are challenges faced by many countries in the Global South. Research shows that much of the health problems that arise are due to a lack of general basic understanding on reproductive biology. However engaging in open discussions on sexual and reproductive health is not always fruitful due to social and cultural barriers. Using the theory of empowerment, the thesis looks into the relation between ICT, youth and public health in Mara region, Tanzania. Research findings point to a growing usage of ICT within the region, however mostly limited to radio and mobile phones. Efforts in Tanzania to improve information access on public health are visible, although they are more often than not handled as individual cases rather than collective attempts to work towards a long-term goal. A strong centralised system that allocates sufficient funds and resources for further developing sexual and reproductive health matters is therefore required along with research to assess the effectiveness of the changes implemented. |
Subject(s)
ICT; Public Health; Empowerment; Tanzania; Youth |
Language
en |
Type of publication
Master thesis |
Repository
Leiden - University of Leiden
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