Category: Gender Based Violence

Violence against women and girls starts early. Nearly 1 in 4 adolescent girls who have had an intimate relationship have been subjected to physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner by the time they reach their mid-twenties. Health systems can help women survivors of violence, and new WHO resources inform, advocate and strengthen violence prevention and care services.
6 Priorities for women and health

Address gender inequality in the COVID-19 response and recovery
Elevate the position of women in the health and care workforce
Prevent and respond to violence against women
Ensure quality sexual and reproductive health for all
Reduce noncommunicable diseases among women
Increase women’s participation and leadership in science and public health

Understanding Gender-Based Violence in Kenya

March 11, 2024

In 2024, Kenya faces a pervasive issue of gender-based violence (GBV) impacting all ages. GBV includes harm through domestic violence, sexual assault, and harmful traditional practices. Patriarchal beliefs, economic factors, and mental health effects contribute to its complexity. It imposes financial burdens and perpetuates intergenerational abuse. Addressing root causes and investing in support systems is vital. … More Understanding Gender-Based Violence in Kenya

Loneliness is a social structural issue

February 22, 2023

Let us begin by noting that high-quality social connections are vital to our mental and physical health. In fact, they are at the core of our well-being. After all, we are social beings. Loneliness and isolation are markers of how badly we are doing. It gets worse with age. Beyond that, we would like to … More Loneliness is a social structural issue

BikoZulu on Fatherhood & Father wounds

February 16, 2020

What if you saw your father murder your mother? Watched your mother bleed to death? What if you then saw your father behind bars as you testified to get him put in jail? What happens to you when you have to live an entire life with this memory? This history? Below is a copy-paste of … More BikoZulu on Fatherhood & Father wounds