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Gender differences in response to war related trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder – a study among the Congolese refugees in Uganda
(BMC Psychariatry, 2020)Background: The wars in the Democratic Republic of Congo have left indelible marks on the mental health and functioning of the Congolese civilians that sought refuge in Uganda. Even though it is clear that civilians who ... -
Gender differences in substance use and associated factors among urban refugees in Uganda
(European Journal of Psychotraumatology, 2023)Background: Alcohol and other substances use related problems among refugees is a global public health concern. Although there is substantial research on the use of alcohol and other substances among the refugees, little ... -
Gender differences in substance use and associated factors among urban refugees in Uganda
(Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group, 2023)Background: Alcohol and other substances use related problems among refugees is a global public health concern. Although there is substantial research on the use of alcohol and other substances among the refugees, little ... -
Income Levels and Gender based Violence among the Civil Servants in Kamukuzi Division, Mbarara Municipality
(International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 2019)The study was about income levels and gender-based violence in Kamukuzi Division, Mbarara Municipality, Mbarara District Uganda; the study focused on the following objectives; to determine income levels of civil ... -
THE INFLUENCE OF COVID 19 ON THE SOCIAL ECONOMIC WELFARE OF REFUGES
(American Research Journal of Humanities & Social Science, 2023)ABSTRACT : The study investigated the influence of COVID 19 on the social economic welfare of refugees in Nakivale refugee settlement. Specifically, the study sought to establish the influence of COVID 19 on the education ... -
Motivation and Retention of Workers in Faith-based Organisations
(East African Journal of Traditions, Culture and Religion, 2022)The study was about motivation and retention of workers in faith-based organisations: a case study of child development centre projects of Ankole Diocese. It was guided by the following objectives; to establish the ... -
Perceptions and Attitudes of the Local Community towards Urban Refugees Living in Mbarara City, Southwestern Uganda
(Bishop Stuart University, 2022-01-12)There is an increasing number of refugees choosing to live in urban centers even when this makes them forego humanitarian assistance such as shelter and food from the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and ... -
A Reflection on how Peacebuiding skills can Mitigate Gender Based Violence in Kenyan Universities.
(American Research Journal of Humanities & Social Science (ARJHSS), 2020)Gender based violence (GBV) is a cross-cutting issue that continues to attract prominent attention as a serious violation of human rights. It is deeply rooted in unequal gendered social norms and power imbalance. It ... -
Refugee Stigma and Its Association with Depression Symptom Severity
(Scientific Research publishing, 2022-09-16)Introduction: Refugees in urban areas often face acculturation challenges, stigma, and stereotypes that impact their mental well-being. The aim of the present study was to examine the prevalence of stigma and its ... -
Rewards and Performance of Health Centres IV workers in Greater Mbarara District.
(2021-09)Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to study the relationship between rewards, and performance of Health Centre IV workers in greater Mbarara District. The constructs of rewards include; salary, performance bonus, ... -
Social Capital and Livelihood among The Congolese Urban Refugees
(American Research Journal of Humanities Social Science (ARJHSS), 2023)ABSTRACT:- In this article, the authors review literature related to Social Capital and Livelihood among urban refugees using a narrative literature review methodology. The literature reviewed forms a vital part of the ... -
Social Capital and Quality of Life among the Refugees residing in Mbarara City Southwestern Ugand
(Research square, 2023)Introduction: Globally, social capital is considered a significant resource in improving quality of life among human beings. In this study, we aimed at assessing the proportions of forms of social capital and their association ... -
UTILIZATION OF ANTENATAL CARE SERVICES AMONG REFUGEE TEENAGE MOTHERS AT NAKIVALE REFUGEE SETTLEMENT IN WESTERN UGANDA. A PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY
(Student’s Journal of Health Research Africa, 2023)Introduction: Antenatal careis crucialforpositivepregnancyoutcomesandisdependentonthetimingandquality of care. It promotes health education and helps identify and manage maternal complications and risk factors.InSub ... -
Wild Plants Used as Nutraceuticals from Nebbi District, Uganda
(European Journal of Medicinal Plants, 2014-02-13)Currently, there is a global outcry over food insecurity [1]. This is worsened by the soaring food prices [2,3]. Uganda is not an exception, with a high average annual population growth rate of 3.2% and low annual growth ...