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Prevalence of gender-based violence and factors associated with help-seeking among university students in sub-Saharan Africa.
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- Prevalence and factors associated with sexual violence: A cross-sectional study among female nursing students in higher education in Tanzania.Women's health (London, England)Article
- Prevalence and Correlates of Physical Gender-Based Violence Among Female Nursing Students: An Analytical Cross-Sectional Study in Higher Educational Institutions.Inquiry : a journal of medical care organization, provision and financingArticle
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Abstract
backgroundGender-based violence (GBV) is a global public health problem. While research exists on GBV and associated help-seeking behaviors among university students, few studies have assessed the prevalence of GBV, including experiences and barriers to help-seeking, within sub-Saharan African university settings.
objectivesThe objective of this study was to examine the prevalence of GBV victimization among university students in six sub-Saharan African countries and describe experiences of formal and informal help-seeking among students who self-identified as victims of GBV since attending university.
designAn online, cross-sectional survey study was administered to university students from July to October 2023 at nine participating universities in sub-Saharan Africa.
methodsDescriptive statistics were used to describe types of violence experienced among students (
resultsAmong the 2249 sample of students, the prevalence of physical violence was 30.9%, 18.7% for sexual violence, 64.9% for psychological violence, and 63.7% for stalking. Among a sub-sample of GBV victims (
conclusionGBV is a significant public health issue among university students in sub-Saharan Africa. University policies and prevention programs are needed to reduce GBV and increase the capacity of formal sources to effectively respond to GBV.
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