Bachelors Degree in Social Work and Social Administration

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20. Causes leading to institutionalisation of large number of children in home care centres case study Kampala District
(Kampala International University(KIU), 2007) Jabet, Tarus Linet
Accessibility to Reproductive Health Services by Women with Disabilities. A Case Study: Buwalasi Subcounty. Sironko District
(Kampala International University, Colleges of Humanities and Social sciences, 2007-09) Nafuna, Esther
The study was carried out to determine the accessibility to and utilization of RH services by the women with disabilities in Buwalasi Sub-county, Sironko District. Recently many disabled women in Buwalasi Sub-county have been sidelined from accessing and utilizing the RH services, and if accessed are not fully utilized. Therefore, the aim of the study was to establish the extent to which women with impairments access and utilize RH services and suggest the possible ways of addressing the factors that do not enable them to access and utilize these services. The information obtained from this study will not only benefit Buwalasi Sub-county, but also other areas which have the same problem. The administration and other policy makers will also be in position to establish the channels of disseminating RI-il and services to women with disabilities and find possible solutions of addressing problems faced by these disabled women in their communities. The study was presented in five chapters; Chapter one deals with the introduction and background of the study, the statement ofthe research problems and questions ofthe study the study. Chapter two presents views of the study in relation to the already available information from other sources. Chapter three deals with the methodology and tools used the area of study, the study design, the population sample and the limitations ofthe study. Chapter four deals with data analysis, interpretation and presentation, The results from the study carried out revealed that accessibility and utilization of RH services by women with disabilities in not sufficient. Chapter five entails the summery of the findings, the conclusion, recommendations and suggestions for future researchers
Alcoholism and Its effects on Family Development in Uganda; A case study of Nankulabye Suburb, Kampala.
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences., 2013-07) Kaseesa, Fauz
This study presents the findings on the effect of alcoholism in family development. The methodology was of a qualitative study which was comprised 30 focus groups exploring the knowledge, attitudes and practices of adolescents (15-17), young people (18-24 years of age) and adults (25-35) towards alcohol in NanKulabwe in Kampala. The study was aimed at finding out the knowledge, attitudes and practices of participants in relation to alcohol use and abuse; identifying drivers of alcohol use and abuse; explore the linkages between gender norms and alcohol use; finding out the linkages between alcohol abuse and risky sexual behaviour and establish; assessing the roles of existing social support structures and institutions that influence behaviour in relation to alcohol abuse and exploring perceptions about norms surrounding alcohol consumption. Study participants were aware that alcohol could either be drank in moderation or excessively to constitute abuse. Moderate use of alcohol was associated with the ability to control one’s self after drinking, to carry on one’s work and domestic responsibilities and to know when to stop drinking. The control over their use of alcohol and who display inappropriate behaviour are considered to be abusers of alcohol. Generally, participants considered drinking behaviour that has a profound negative impact on the individual and the surrounding environment including friends and family to be abuse. Alcohol abuse was generally associated with the failure to control one’s behaviour after drinking alcohol. Study participants demonstrated some awareness of the short term and long-term problems associated with excessive alcohol use, but did not attribute negative consequences to moderate alcohol use. They were fully aware that excessive alcohol use could have a detrimental impact on an individual’s health and quality of life.
Alcoholism and risky sexual behaviours among youths at Kasensero landing site - Rakai District
(Kampala International University. College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2017-09) Eremmigious; Balikuddembe, Eremmigious
Assessment of the contribution of alcohol consumption and risky sexual behaviors on Kasensero landing site Rakai district. The research was done in April 2017 for two weeks and it was carried out in Kasensero landing site that is found in Kyebe County in Rakai district. This research was basically done to determine the relevant solutions and recommendations that can be put in place to reduce alcohol consumption and its negative effects towards the village. This research, still, was done to determine the relationship of alcohol consumption and risky sexual behaviors in Kasensero landing site. A cross sectional method was used and data was collected using questionnaires, interview guides and FGDs. Respondents could give their information according to the questions posed to them as indicated in the appendices.The data collected, indicated that a bigger percentage of 56% among the 476 respondents that were chosen in Kasensero landing site take alcohol. Some of the respondents agreed that alcohol consumption—to some extent, contributes HIV/AIDS transmission and some of them never supported it though they did not have genuine reasons as to they agree and do not agree. Finally, alcohol consumption was categorized among one of the factors that accelerate HIV/AIDS transmission but to a smaller extent. In addition, alcohol consumption should be reduced b~’ creating more job opportunities that would help all youths to get engaged in any certain activity to reduce unemployment and peer influence among youths, since the highest percentage of alcohol consumers and experience risky sexual behaviours are youths.
An-assessment of the parents socio-economic status and performance of students in secondary schools in Uganda case study: Nyamitanga division Mbarara Municipality
(Kampala International University.College Of Humanities and social science, 2008-08) Atuhaire Anati, Tumwine
This paper presented the assumption that parents' socio-economic status affects the performance of students in secondary schools in county in The major objective of the study was to assess the socio-economic statns of parents and the students' performance in secondary schools Nyamitanga Division Mbarara Mnnicipality in Western region . The literature review consisted of the relevant literature from the previous authors, documentary reviews, journals and the internet literature. The literahire reflected on the parents' socio-economic background and the students' performance. The study used descriptive design in which the qualitative and quantitative methods were used. The sample size was sixty respondents. The data instruments included the use of Questionnaires, observation, and interviews. The study findings show that the parents' socio-economic background influences the students' academic performance. The study also indicated that other factors too contributed the academic performance of students. The recommendation was that the government should mobilize resources to facilitate the students' welfare in the secondary schools so as to increase their academic performance. The conclusion was that in order to harmonize students' performance, then the parents socio-economic status should be uplifted. However it was noted that despite the parents' socio-economic performance, other factors also had an impact on the students' performance in secondary schools.
Analysing the effects of Discrimination of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Tororo District; (Case Study: Tororo Municipal Council).
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences., 2008-09) Aswat, Hellen
Analysis of factors contributing to low level enrollment and school drop-out of pupils in primary schools in Mwajelwa Dictrict, Mbeya Region-Tanzania
(Kampala International University; College of Humanities and Social Science, 2007-06) Martin, George .S.
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An analysis of the challenges faced by non-governmental organizations in effective service delivery to street children in Uganda: a case study of UNICEF Lira district – Uganda
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2008-08) Auma, Jennifer
The data collected revealed some of the challenges faced by NGO's in effective service delivery to street children in Uganda: A case study of UNICEF, Lira district. It was found that UNICEF encounters poor coordination with Lira District local government. This was attributed majorly to poverty which makes the government not to offer enough financial support to the organization and also provide their services directly to the rehabilitated street children. Due to this problem, UNICEF is sometimes not in position to provide all the required services to the beneficiaries (street children).Inadequate funds experienced by the organization was seen as the main factor leading to poor management. Qualified workers cannot be employed without enough money and as well, some programmes and projects could not go on. Also it was noted that UNICEF faces various difficulties in delivering services to street children mostly in the field of identification, tracing and follow-up of reunified children. The reason given here was that street children tend not to give true information regarding their back ground.Moreso, business people tend to encourage these children to work for them hence making them used to their life on streets. The findings indicate that problems that force children to streets in Lira district ranged from lack of enough parental care, peer pressure, poverty, conflicts, Child neglect, to un authorized government and non government children's homes. Business communities stand to be ever blamed for maintaining these children in streets as they act as brokers in these people's businesses. The study recommended that government should ensure proper coordination with UNICEF and other organizations dealing with the problem of street children like save the children concerned parents and Freidis Rehabilitation centre. Parents should always be reminded of their parental responsibilities over their children so that they can give enough care to their children to avoid them from running away from home.
An analysis of the factors affecting girl child education in Kawempe of Kampala district
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2011-05) Bangura, Mariama Kanu
The study area covered Kampala Division choosing one zone that was Kiti Falawo zone .The local members of the community were treated as key informants, the study focused on factors influencing girl children education in Uganda. Random sampling was used to select 60 respondents from one zone from the division as well as key informants qualitative and quantitative techniques were used where by the qualitative data was coded and tabulated while quantitative data was anally selected before, during and after collection.The study from the findings was mostly on social factors, it was noticed from the findings, as the most affecting problems, hindering girl child education. It made a number f recommendations including strengthening the situation of parents and guardians on the roles and obligations and a mechanism to be put in place to obligate parents to fulfill their school parental responsibilities of giving child education legal provisions to be put in place to impose sanitation's against parents and guardians who fail to keep girls at school and introductions to those girls who can’t attain school.
Analysis of the imp act of rape on performance in secondary schools. (case study; Mathare in Kenya)
(Kampala International University(KIU), 2008) Kanyanya, Alice Mueni
Analyzing The Contributions of Local Government Development Programmes (IGdp) To Sub-Counties in Uganda: A Case study (Nabiswera Sub-County- Nakasongola District)
(Kampala International University, bachelors degree in social work and social administration, 2008-09) Senkosi, Samuel
The material contained there in, is an analysis of the contributions of LOOP to sub-counties in Uganda. The study was primarily conducted to collect and analyze data about the topic of discussion mentioned above by assessing the contributions of LG programmes to sub counties in Uganda. Other objectives of the study were to; find out LGDP projects that were under way in Nabiswera sub county, Nakasongola District. To know the sources of revenue for local governments, to know the problems and challenges experienced by stake holders while designing and implementing LGDP projects in the sub-county. The study findings are a result of a sample selection of respondents from which data was collected. Focus group discussions comprising of LG beneficiaries, District and sub-county Officials and Technical planning personnel were identified as distinct groups of people who offered a lot of data that was relevant to the research study. The sample size was selected using both random and purposive sampling techniques. The sample size was investigated using questionnaires and face to face interviews. Some questionnaires were self administered while others were researcher-administered. The gap between the highly educated class and the least educated majority (26.7%), indicated that, there is a difference in the understanding of LGDP, so there is need for more sensitization in order to achieve beneficiary participation in the sub-county. As a result of the study, :findings revealed that, although LGDP as contributed tremendously to the development of sub-counties in Uganda, there still exist gap for improvement. Therefore the study recommends that; more emphasis should be put on devolution decentralization, early release of funds and improving the relationship among stake holders in order to achieve the much sought for, poverty reduction agenda
Analyzing the effectiveness of voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) in the fight against HIV/AIDS among the youth: a case study of Mombasa district, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2007-04) Abdulrehman, Faiz
HIV/Aids have been a major problem in Africa today especially in Kenya where over 3 million people mainly in the age brackets of 15-49 years are infected. Voluntary Counseling and Testing has been identified as an effective response to the pandemic. An individual can find out whether he is infected with HIV/Aids virus and therefore seek the best health strategies to adopt in order to make life more meaningful whether negative or positive. The main objective of this study was to find out how the youth perceive their risk of HIV/Aids, determine whether the Voluntary Counseling process in the VCT centers affects the motivation of the youth for VCT services, find out if the counselor characteristics influences the youth responsiveness to VCT services and last but not least is to establish whether the location of VCT centers influences the attitudes of the youth to the VCT services. This research was conducted in Mombasa district within the Coastal province of Kenya. The researcher used both qualitative and quantitative research methods. A questionnaire as administered on 56 young respondents within the age bracket of 17-24 years. A focused group discussion was held with 6 VCT counselors, 1 geographical division which was island division. The study captured both males and females, majority of them were single and unemployed. The respondents had heard about HIV/Aids from various sources such as radios, newspapers, parents and even mosques and churches. A large number of the youth admitted and had realized that HIV/Aids is real, dangerous and has caused and will continue to cause mass deaths yet quite a number of them were still involved in sexual relationships. Majority of them considered themselves to be at no risk of HIV/Aids but only 9% of those interviewed admitted to be using condoms. Others were remaining faithful to their parents yet faithfulness can be violated bearing in mind that a small percentage of them were married. The study observed that the youth have heard about VCT centers and the services offered there. Many of them have been tested to know their HIV/Aids status but others have failed to do so because of fear, lack of time and lack of money.
Analyzing the Role of Non-Governmental Organizations in Poverty Alleviation in Kiboga: A Case Study of Lwamata Sub County
(Kampala International University, bachelors degree of social work and social administration, 2008-08) Misach, Ssemanda
The topic of the study was teamwork and employee performance in Punt land State University in Somalia, the problem was failure to encourage teamwork among the employees, students and the lecturers of Punt land State University in Somalia for better performance; The purpose of the study was to establish the effects of teamwork on performance of punt land state university in Somalia The objectives of the study were; to finding the types of teamwork in punt land state university in Somalia, to establish the factors for team work effectiveness in Puntland state university in Somalia; to establish the ways of how to improve teamwork performance in punt land state university in Somalia The research used both qualitative and quantitative research designs. The findings of the study indicates the following The types of teamwork in Punt land State University in Somalia are self managed teamwork, quality circles, virtual teamwork and project teamwork. Factors for teamwork effectiveness are teamwork size, the tasks of the teamwork, the roles of the teamwork and teamwork leadership. Teamwork has a significant impact on the performance of the employees' students and lecturers in punt land States University in Somalia The conclusion of the study was that; the various types of teamwork in Punt land State University in Somalia are self managed teamwork, quality circles, project teamwork and virtual teamwork; the factors for teamwork effectiveness were; teamwork size, the roles of the teamwork, the task of the teamwork members and teamwork leadership; to improve teamwork performance, there should be effective leadership of the teamwork, good interpersonal skills, motivation of teamwork members, information sharing and shared pride in the achieved goals of the teamwork. The recommendations of the study were; Punt land State University should improve on the communication levels so as to improve the performance of the teamwork; also through having effective leadership; through shared pride in the goals achieved and through good interpersonal skills.
Assessing of the impact of child marriage on girl childeducation a case study of St. Stephen child development centre, Kumi municipality, Kumi district Uganda
(Kampala International University. College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2017-09) Oluka, Benjamin
This section explains the research findings on Assessing of the impact of child marriage on girl child education.Objectives of the study To measure the impact of child marriage on drop out, literacy and education attainment To briefly adopt some of the policies that could be adopted in order to reduce child marriage To establish the effects of girl child marriage on girl child education In despite of all attention drawn to child marriage across the world, there is a lack of improvement. The objective of this research is to look into under what circumstances child marriage does exist and how girls’ living conditions can be improved. Focus shall be put on child marriage in general exemplified in particular in Kumi Municipality, Kumi District; this qualitative study is based on various reports regarding the subject in different areas. As the theoretical framework, the sex role theory is applied in order to analyse the phenomenon. Studies indicate a great difference in the number of young married girls in comparison to boys across the globe. Even though boys can be victims of child marriage, the consequences are less severe and therefore, focus shall be put on girls only in this research. The number of girls entering early marriage has not been found to stagnate everywhere, but the age of when entering marriage tends to increase. In fact, child marriage has become more common in some areas, From the research it is concluded that one cannot generalize all underlying causes of child marriage, but one must be aware of the specific circumstances in the particular areas of Kumi Municipality Kumi District. Conclusions regarding underlying factors and correlations are further to be found and presented in the text. Keywords: Child marriage, Kumi Municipality, Kurni District, Social norms, extreme poverty
Assessing the challenges of marriage break down in families case study of kitoro in division B Entebbe municipality Wakiso district.
(Kampala International University,College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2008-08) Ayo, Joyce Ogwal
The study was carried out in Wakiso, considering Kitoro in division B Entebbe municipality. Main purpose of the study was to identify marriage breakdown as an outstanding challenge in families in Wakiso. The researcher also wanted to know more about the view of the public on marriage breakdown which has been rampant today especially due to unemployment and poverty very many families have broken down. For example when Uganda airlines was closed very many families in Entebbe broke up because of unemployment. Of such reasons that the researcher had to go and identify the nature of marriage breakdown and its challenges in Entebbe, an assessment was made so as to come up with measures to help in marriage breakdown in Entebbe such as to educating the public about the exciting legal frame works regarding the prevention and reduction of marriage breakdown in Entebbe. The study also considered using both qualitative. Data was collected through personal interviews using a structured questionnaire which include 76 respondents who help in providing the primary data, in depth interviews were held with parents who have faced the problem of marriage breakdown in Entebbe municipality. Questionnaires administered to respondents were verified edited and coded, Row frequencies were generated to produced descriptive data. However, because of limited time the researcher was not able to use a bigger sample size, it's therefore recommended that future researcher should use a larger sample size so as to come up with a better analysis of impact of marriage breakdown in Entebbe. There are still some weaknesses in enforcement of laws corning marriage breakdowns therefore there is need to strengthen the legislation framework Entebbe municipality that will help in dealing in marriage breakdown cases.
Assessing the challenges of marriage break down in families: case study of Kitoro Division Entebbe municipality Wakiso District
(Kampala International University.College of Humanities and social science, 2008-08) Joyce, Ayo Ogwal
The study was carried out in Wakiso, considering Kitoro in division B Entebbe municipality. Main purpose of the study was to identify marriage breakdown as an outstanding challenges in families in Wakiso. The researcher also wanted to know more about the view of the public on marriage breakdown which has been rampant today especially due to unemployment and poverty very many families have broken down. For example when Uganda airlines was closed very many families in Entebbe broke up because of unemployment. Of such reasons that the researcher had to go and identify the nature of marriage breakdown and its challenges in Entebbe, an assessment was made so as to come up with measures to help in marriage breakdown in Entebbe such as to educating the public about the exciting legal frame works regarding the prevention and reduction of marriage breakdown in Entebbe. The study also considered using both qualitative. Data was collected through personal interviews using a structured questionnaire which include 76 respondents who help in providing the primary data, in depth interviews were held with parents who have faced the problem of marriage breakdown in Entebbe municipality. Questionnaires administered to respondents were verified edited and coded, Row frequencies were generated to produced descriptive data. However, because of limited time the researcher was not able to use a bigger sample size, it's therefore recommended that future researcher should use a larger sample size so as to come up with a better analysis of impact of marriage breakdown in Entebbe. There are still some weaknesses in enforcement of laws corning marriage breakdowns therefore there is need to strengthen the legislation framework Entebbe municipality that will help in dealing in marriage breakdown cases.
Assessing the Contribution of Family Planning to Baganda Women: A Case Study of Busukuma Sub County- Wakiso District.
(Kampala International University, bachelors degree in social work and social administration, 2008-07) Mugisha, Emmanuel
Assessing the current methods used in improving Poverty Management in Kenya: A case study of Ngong Division.
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences., 2007-06) Wachango, Muthee Olive
Poverty poses many dangers to political stability, social articulation and the environmental health of our planet. It is against this background that governments and non-government organizations have geared their national development programmes against poverty through the years. The study therefore aimed to investigate the methods of improving the social economic situation through improvement on the current methods of poverty management. The study theorised that, the success of poverty alleviation programmes increases with community involvement from identification, preparation and implementation. /11 carrying out the study, the researcher employed a survey research method which involved an administration of a face to face interview schedule to the respondents. This method was chosen because most residents of the area would not be accessible by phone. The mail option was not appropriate because it could take long and it was cumbersome 10 numy illiterate respondents. The interview schedule was conducted in English, Kiswahili and Maasai languages depending on the literacy level of the respondent. The 111te1view schedule demanded that the researcher and an enumerator spend time with the respondents asking questions and filling in as required. The findings of the study revealed that poverty alleviation programmes need to the entire stakeholder. The community members know the priority problems affecting ,hem, to identify a pressing problem. Both genders should be involved in the identification and implementation process. Therefore the study recommends that development agencies need to improve on the communities' ideas to be effected and effective. At the same time, theyshould try to use local resources that are in plenty, especially labour. This will lead to increase 111 incomes and reduce the vicious cycle of poverty. Other ,mqor recommendations of the study included; Initiation and implementation of projects lo be done 70% by the beneficiaries, Government to toughen rules on corruption, anybody who misappropriates funds meant for poverty alleviation projects to face heavy penalties and Creation of community awareness through capacity building and capacity building and empowerment of the beneficiaries.
An assessment of maternal knowledge about Health in Pregnancy and Early Childhood in Rural Tanzania: Case Study of Lindi Rural District - Tanzania.
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences., 2008-09) Shamba, Donat D.
This research was conducted to describe maternal knowledge about health in pregnancy and early childhood in rural Tanzania. It was also discovered that perceptions of risk during pregnancy shape behaviours in pregnancy and at childbirth, and influence pregnancy outcomes as well as neonatal health and survival. Identifying local understandings of obstetric risk is a key strategy for the development of appropriate behaviour change communication strategies to improve pregnancy and birth outcomes at the community level. I qualitatively analyzed the primary data from the field including interviews and focus group discussion I conducted with pregnant women, women with young children, community respected persons (CORPs) professional health workers from local communities and traditional birth attendants in Lindi rural district of southern Tanzania to explain local understandings of risks women face during pregnancy and behaviours traditionally practiced to minimize these risks. Women's understandings of biomedical risk corresponded closely to common danger signs; however, social and spiritual factors were also perceived to place women and their developing babies at risk, and elaborate strategies were reportedly employed to preserve social harmony and protect against harm from malicious spirits or individuals. Using these findings, I identified opportunities for behaviour change communication strategies to improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes. Qualitative research such as this supports the development of behaviour change messages that link communities and health facilities to improve prenatal and obstetric care. Generally, I would recommend that different bodies should combine efforts in order to make concrete policies, and any other effort needed to eliminate the problem of maternal and newborns mortality.
An Assessment of the Causes of Soil Degradation in Bukedea Sub-County Bukedea District
(Kampala International University, bachelors degree in social work and social administration, 2008-06) Ekoom, John Stephen
This research was carried out in bukedea sub-county .The research was conducted in several areas such as bukedea, kocheka and kakere. The purpose was to assess the causes of soil degradation in bukedea sub county Bukedea District. This study targeted Farmers, Government Extension workers namely, Agricultural and wet land officers and local councilors one. local council three. The findings included among others, the direct and indirect causes of soil degradation, The direct causes included, over cultivation of soils, wetland drainage, brick making among others. While indirect causes included, population pressure, lack of information. The soil conservation measures included, crop rotation, inter cropping, bush fallowing and addition of organic matter as strategies to reduce soil degradation in bukedea sub county, conclusions and recommendations were also explored by the study During data collection, both qualitative and quantitative methods were used to enable the researcher have a deeper analysis that give a more concrete and realistic description of the findings. The qualitative method involved visual study of the natural vegetation cover in the study area. The researcher used interviews which were a deliberate conversation between the interviewer and an interviewee. In total the study had sample of 60 participants from which information was collected· from. Quantitative methods were in form of questionnaires were by the researcher used this information to analyze closed and open questions that were administered by the researcher. Recommendations have been put forward in order to solve the causes of soil degradation in the area of study, participation of farmers in the development of soil conservation measures, introduction of environmental education and creation of awareness in order to address the problem.

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