This study describes the SRH services provided and utilized by women of reproductive age at Malkohi IDP camp in Yola south of Adamawa state in Nigeria. Notably, the paper aimed to outline the types of SRH services, the volume of services provided, and the status of utilisation by women of reproductive age in the Malkohi IDP camp in Adamawa state. the findings indicate that women of reproductive age in Malkohi IDP camp experience multi-faceted barriers to utilising SRH services. These barriers include a lack of comprehensive Minimal Initial Service Package (MISP), limited reliable information on sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), limited supply of menstrual hygiene and sanitation products, lack of supply of commodities, and SRH supplies as a result of donor inconsistency. A cross-sectional descriptive analysis was adopted. Two focus group discussions composed of 14 women of reproductive age each was held.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND
METHOD
Study design and participants
Data collection
Data analysis
RESULTS
Hygiene
Inadequate drugs/Kits
Cultural influence
Need for Children
Available SRH Service Provided at Malkohi IDP Camp
i. Provision of SRH Kits/Materials
ii. Psycho-social support
iii. Health Behaviour Sensitization
Challenges Providing SRH Challenges
i. Strained Funding
ii. Stock Outs
iii. Difficulty in Coordination
iv. Cultural and Religious Beliefs
v. Poor Access to Service
Resolution of Challenges
i. Sensitization
ii. Increased Funding
iii. Timely and Consistent Provision of materials
iv. Adequate Training
Influence of Government Policies on SRH care in Nigeria
Preferences for certain Services
i. Contraceptives
ii. Hygiene Management
Number of Women of reproductive age that seek SRH services daily
Common Services for Women of reproductive Age
i. Counselling
ii. Sensitization
Funding Gaps in Providing SRH Services to Women of Reproductive Age
Improvement of SRH Services Utilisation
i. Funding
ii. Training
iii. Adequate Supply of Materials
iv. Sensitization
CONCLUSION
Research Objectives and Themes
This study aims to investigate the provision and utilization of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services among women of reproductive age living in the Malkohi Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Adamawa State, Nigeria. It seeks to identify existing barriers to service access, assess the types of services provided, and determine the necessities for improving service delivery in a post-insurgency humanitarian setting.
- Barriers to SRH service utilization (cultural, financial, and logistical)
- Types of SRH services currently provided at the camp
- The impact of displaced life on reproductive health needs
- Strategies for improving future SRH service delivery and accessibility
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Need for Children
The need to have children to replace the ones lost in the conflict by most families was a strong factor in the poor access to SRH services. This was reiterated by the following responses:
“Some of us lost our children during the war and we want to replace them by having others now”, “…is a major challenge as the men subject their wives to making more babies for them to cover up for the lost family members during the insurgencies”, and “Like I said we don’t allow our women to take that medicine they put inside the body because we want more children”.
Summary of Chapters
BACKGROUND: Explores the demographic context of IDPs in Northeast Nigeria and defines reproductive health according to international standards.
METHOD: Describes the cross-sectional, qualitative study design using focus group discussions with women of reproductive age at the Malkohi camp.
RESULTS: Details the primary challenges such as hygiene, supply shortages, and cultural influences, while documenting the services currently available to the IDPs.
CONCLUSION: Summarizes the study's findings regarding systemic barriers and recommends improved funding and sensitization to enhance service utilization.
Keywords
Sexual and Reproductive Health, SRH, Adamawa State, Malkohi IDP Camp, Insurgency, Humanitarian Aid, Women of Reproductive Age, Minimal Initial Service Package, Family Planning, Menstrual Hygiene, Psycho-social Support, Gender-based Violence, Healthcare Access, Contraceptives, Cultural Influence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research paper?
The paper focuses on the experience of women of reproductive age in the Malkohi IDP camp regarding the provision and utilization of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services.
What are the primary thematic areas covered?
The study covers service availability, utilization barriers, the influence of culture and tradition, financial gaps, and the impact of the insurgency on family planning behaviors.
What is the main objective of the study?
The objective is to outline the types of services provided, their current volume, and the status of their utilization while identifying the multi-faceted barriers facing the camp population.
Which scientific methodology was employed?
A qualitative, cross-sectional descriptive analysis was used, involving 20 interviews and focus group discussions with 14-15 women per session.
What topics are discussed in the main part of the paper?
The main part covers findings on hygiene, drug/kit availability, cultural and religious influence, the desire to replace children lost in the conflict, and strategies for resolving service-provision challenges.
Which keywords define this document?
Key terms include SRH services, IDP camps, reproductive rights, humanitarian assistance, menstrual hygiene, and male involvement in family health discourse.
How does the desire for more children affect the use of SRH services?
Many families view having more children as a priority to replace those lost during the conflict, which leads many men to prohibit their wives from utilizing contraceptive methods.
What role does culture play in service utilization?
Cultural and religious beliefs often discourage women from accessing services, with some men feeling hostile toward family planning, leading to limited access for women even when services are physically present.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Augustine Obe Onyeke (Author), 2023, Sexual and Reproductive Health Services Experience of Women at the Malkohi Internal Displaced Persons Camp in Adamawa State, Nigeria, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1387023
