Abstract
This paper presents an analysis of different positions on female genital cutting, either legitimising the practice or challenging it. The framework it offers has been developed from cultural psychological theory and qualitative data collected in Maasai communities around Loitokitok and Magadi, Kajiado County, and Samburu communities around Wamba, Samburu County, in Kenya. Over the course of one month, 94 respondents were interviewed using maximum variation sampling. Triangulation took place by means of participant observation of significant events, such as alternative rites, participation in daily activities and informal talks while staying at traditional homesteads and kraals. The framework adds to understanding of why more contextual approaches and holistic interventions are required to bring an end to female genital cutting.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 79-94 |
Number of pages | 15 |
Journal | Culture, Health and Sexuality |
Volume | 21 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2019 |
Funding
This study was a joint project of Amref Health Africa in Kenya and the VU Universiteit Amsterdam, with funding from TEN HAVE Change Management, a consultancy firm based in Utrecht, the Netherlands; and VvAA, an organisation for medical care providers in the Netherlands.
Funders | Funder number |
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VvAA | |
Universiteit van Amsterdam |
Keywords
- change intervention
- cultural practices
- Female genital cutting
- group belonging
- Kenya