Document Type
Report
Publication Date
2017
Abstract
Nationally representative survey data on female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) in Kenya are available from four waves of Demographic and Health Surveys. These survey data provide a rich and detailed picture of when, where, and how FGM/C has been carried out, and trends in changes in the practice. National prevalence data from successive waves of surveys show a steady decrease in the prevalence of FGM/C among women aged 15–49. While the data reported here are descriptive, they provide useful insights on the progress of FGM/C abandonment at national and subnational levels. These findings are useful for policymakers in steering discussions on policies, but also for guiding where to target interventions especially given the large ethnic and religious diversity. Findings also highlight where there are large numbers of women living with FGM/C who may be in need of specialized health services.
Recommended Citation
Shell-Duncan, Bettina, David Gathara, and Zhuzhi Moore. 2017. "Female genital mutilation/cutting in Kenya: Is change taking place? Descriptive statistics from four waves of Demographic and Health Surveys," Evidence to End FGM/C: Research to Help Women Thrive. New York: Population Council.
DOI
10.31899/rh7.1022
Language
English
Project
A Research Agenda to End Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) in a Generation; Evidence to End FGM/C: Research to Help Girls and Women Thrive
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