Knowledge level of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights and its associated factors among Female Students at Wolegga University, Nekemte, Western Ethiopia
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Midwifery, Wollega University, Nekemte city, Ethiopia
Popul. Med. 2026;8(Supplement Supplement 1):
ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT:
Knowledge of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights and Associated Factors among Female Students of Wolegga University, Western Ethiopia (Mixed Method, 2023) Principal Investigator: Leta Hinkosa Dinsa Co-Investigator: Meseret Belete Fite Contact: leta.hinko43@gmail.com | +251911025937 | meseretphd2014@gmail.com
BACKGROUND:
Sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHRs) empower individuals to make informed decisions about their reproductive lives. Despite their importance, knowledge of SRHRs among youth remains low, limiting their ability to exercise these rights. This study assessed the knowledge level and associated factors among female undergraduate students at Wolegga University.
METHODS:
A cross-sectional mixed-method study was conducted in 2023 with 612 female students selected via simple random sampling. Quantitative data were collected using structured, pre-tested self-administered questionnaires and analyzed with SPSS v26. Qualitative data were gathered through in-depth interviews until saturation and analyzed using Atlas.ti 8.4.
RESULTS:
The mean knowledge score of SRHRs was 69.6%. Key findings include: • 66.9% recognized a married woman’s right to limit childbearing without her husband’s consent. • 78.3% agreed that a man is not entitled to sex regardless of his girlfriend’s wishes. • 67.2% affirmed girls’ rights to autonomous reproductive choices, including safe abortion. Qualitative data revealed strong awareness of international SRHR frameworks. Factors significantly associated with optimal knowledge included urban residence [AOR=1.49], mother’s occupation as housewife [AOR=1.16], prior exposure to SRHR information [AOR=1.61], and discussion of reproductive issues [AOR=0.61].
CONCLUSIONS:
Three in ten students had poor SRHR knowledge. Enhancing SRHR education across all departments and promoting open discussions on reproductive health are recommended to improve awareness and empower students. Keywords: Knowledge, Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights, Wolegga University
Knowledge of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights and Associated Factors among Female Students of Wolegga University, Western Ethiopia (Mixed Method, 2023) Principal Investigator: Leta Hinkosa Dinsa Co-Investigator: Meseret Belete Fite Contact: leta.hinko43@gmail.com | +251911025937 | meseretphd2014@gmail.com
BACKGROUND:
Sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHRs) empower individuals to make informed decisions about their reproductive lives. Despite their importance, knowledge of SRHRs among youth remains low, limiting their ability to exercise these rights. This study assessed the knowledge level and associated factors among female undergraduate students at Wolegga University.
METHODS:
A cross-sectional mixed-method study was conducted in 2023 with 612 female students selected via simple random sampling. Quantitative data were collected using structured, pre-tested self-administered questionnaires and analyzed with SPSS v26. Qualitative data were gathered through in-depth interviews until saturation and analyzed using Atlas.ti 8.4.
RESULTS:
The mean knowledge score of SRHRs was 69.6%. Key findings include: • 66.9% recognized a married woman’s right to limit childbearing without her husband’s consent. • 78.3% agreed that a man is not entitled to sex regardless of his girlfriend’s wishes. • 67.2% affirmed girls’ rights to autonomous reproductive choices, including safe abortion. Qualitative data revealed strong awareness of international SRHR frameworks. Factors significantly associated with optimal knowledge included urban residence [AOR=1.49], mother’s occupation as housewife [AOR=1.16], prior exposure to SRHR information [AOR=1.61], and discussion of reproductive issues [AOR=0.61].
CONCLUSIONS:
Three in ten students had poor SRHR knowledge. Enhancing SRHR education across all departments and promoting open discussions on reproductive health are recommended to improve awareness and empower students. Keywords: Knowledge, Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights, Wolegga University
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