Factors that Contribute to Persistence of Female Genital Mutilation in Kisii Mission: A Case Study of the Methodist Church in Kenya
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science - Year 2018, Vol 23, Issue 9
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate factors that contribute to the continuity of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) among the Kisii community, Kisii Mission. The study used cross-sectional survey and phenomenological qualitative design. The data was analysed both qualitatively and quantitatively. A strong belief that cultural practice of the community is the framework for the community life of which FGM is founded on the way of life of the Abagusii people. FGM one of the cultural practices which is one of the ways that reduce women‟s sexual desires. The exercise goes a long side with traditional training of young women to be responsible and disciplined future wives, mothers, and members of the society. Despite commitment of both Methodist Church in Kenya and national government to eradicate this cultural practice, it still continue as an indication that culture of the people is what makes them identify themselves with life of the society. The study was guided by three objectives: First, to identify factors that promote female circumcision among the Kisii community, Kisii Mission. Second, to ascertain the constraints faced by the Methodist Church in Kenya, Kisii Mission in her effort to address FGM in this community. Third, to establish principles that would lead to the eradication of female circumcision among the Kisii peoples. The study discovered some ideas that if applied would bring different perspective of the entire problem of FGM as discussed on this paper.
Authors and Affiliations
Douglas Mochama Obwoge,, Sr. Dr. Bibiana Ngundo,, Dr. John Kyule
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