African Refugee Law Studies (Law/Social/Political crossover) | 25 September 2006
Women Empowerment Programmes and Maternal Health in Rural Kenya: A Randomized Control Trial
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Abstract
Women empowerment programmes have been implemented in rural Kenya to address maternal health challenges. A Randomized Control Trial (RCT) was conducted with a sample population from selected villages in Kenya, ensuring both control and intervention groups were comparable in terms of baseline characteristics. The analysis revealed that the women’s empowerment programmes significantly improved maternal health knowledge by an average of 25% in the intervention group compared to the control group. Despite initial positive outcomes, there is a need for tailored interventions addressing specific barriers such as socio-cultural resistance and limited access to healthcare facilities. Programmes should incorporate culturally sensitive approaches and enhance community engagement to sustain long-term impacts.