This study examines the effect of drought on acute malnutrition among children aged 0-59 months in pastoralist communities in Wajir East, Kenya. Recurrent and prolonged droughts in the region have exacerbated food insecurity, leading to increased malnutrition among vulnerable children. A mixed-method …

This study explores the experiences of women with disabilities in Makurdi, Nigeria, focusing on their family relationships, the forms of discrimination they face, their access to support services, and the influence of cultural norms on their experiences of violence. The research seeks to answer four …

This study explores the perceptions of young people in Gitega, Burundi, regarding gendernorms and intimate partner violence against women (IPVAW), comparing in particularyoung people from Abatangamuco households with those from non-Abatangamucohouseholds. The Abatangamuco movement, a local initiative …

The Ogiek community, an indigenous group residing in Mt. Elgon, Kenya, faces significant challenges in securing sustainable livelihoods due to environmental vulnerabilities, historical marginalization, and limited access to economic opportunities. This study sought to identify, assess, and recommend …

This study explores the influence of gender norms on the educational attainment of young women in the Bosomtwe District, Ghana. Despite efforts to promote gender equality, deeply entrenched cultural and societal norms continue to impact the educational opportunities available to girls in many parts of …

This research explores the pressing issue of employment challenges faced by care leavers in Eldoret, Kenya, focusing on the factors contributing to their heightened vulnerability to unemployment. Guided by the question, "What are the factors contributing to the vulnerability of care leavers in experiencing …

Flooding continues to be a major problem for informal urban settlements like Kibera in Nairobi, Kenya. The recent heavy rains in early 2024 in Kenya indicate the vulnerability level of individuals living in informal settlements. This thesis explores how effective the current flood prevention, preparedness, …

Bedrijven worden door overheid, maar ook medewerkers, klanten en andere stakeholders in toenemende mate geacht verantwoordelijkheid te nemen in het oplossen van maatschappelijke en sociale problematiek. Voor veel ondernemende families is het zo vanzelfsprekend om bij te dragen aan oplossingen voor maatschappelijke …

Leraren ervaren regelmatig uitdagingen zoals uitdagend gedrag en klassenmanagement, ook op scholen met School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS). In een onderzoek met zeven basisscholen en Hogeschool Windesheim werd Lesson Study aangepast voor gedragsvraagstukken (LS-Gedrag). Het doel was te onderzoeken …

Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) are a promising approach to urban energy transformation, aiming to optimize local energy systems and deliver environmental, social and economic benefits. However, their effectiveness and justification for investment rely on understanding the additional value they provide …