An assessment of the alternative rites approach for encouraging abandonment of female genital mutilation in Kenya
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TextPublication details: Washington, D.C. Frontiers in Reproductive Health 2001Description: iii, 48pSubject(s): LOC classification: - WP 100 .HK4 2001
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Examines the efforts that have been made in Kenya to do away with female genital mutilation practices. Gives information on a study that was carried out in three districts in Kenya where Maendeleo Ya Wanawake (MYWO) with assistance from the Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH) is using an Alternative Rite of passage programme in an attempt to work with communities to eliminate this traditional practice. Discusses the implementation of this programme and its effect on community health knowledge.
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