UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (IDS)

Engaging male gatekeepers such as community and religious leaders

We have engaged 450 male gate keepers in 20 Villages of Kilolo and Mufindi Districts–Dialogue, education and mobilization have been conducted with traditional and religious
leaders. Advocacy with national, regional and district level government health departments on the integration of gender issues and male involvement.

How is this research addressing maternal and child health challenges?

  • Engaging women
  • Engaging pro-active male champions
  • Engaging male gatekeepers
  • Training health facility committees
  • Sensitizing health providers