Journal Articles | April 2016

Evaluation of a male engagement intervention to transform gender norms and improve family planning and HIV service uptake in Kabale, Uganda

Overview

Men’s limited understanding of family planning (FP) and harmful cultural gender norms pose obstacles to women’s FP use. Thirty-two model men called ‘Emanzis’ were recruited from the community in Kabale, Uganda to lead men from their peer group through a 10-session curriculum designed to transform gender norms and motivate men to engage in FP and HIV services.

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Created by:

Elena Ghanotakisa, Theresa Hokeb, Rose Wilcherb, Samuel Fieldb, Sarah Mercerb, Emily A. Bobrowa, Mary Namubiruc, Leila Katirayi

Country:

Uganda

Topics:

General