Evaluation of Refugee’s Resilience, Maternal Health and Rights in Kenya

Project Title: Evaluation of Refugee’s Resilience, Maternal Health and Rights in Kenya
Client: International Centre for Humanitarian Affairs
Students: Laura O’Dogherty, Najma Nizar, Netheena Mathews, Raahina Somani
Faculty Lead: Erin Baines
Fieldwork Location: Kenya
Year: 2024-25

About the Project: This project explores the multidimensional barriers refugee women and girls face in accessing maternal and reproductive healthcare, provided by the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS), within refugee camps in Kenya. This work aims to produce actionable recommendations to inform humanitarian aid work provided by the KRCS and healthcare policy frameworks, ultimately affecting positive maternal health outcomes for female refugees in Kenya. The goal is to support the development of evidence-based strategies that address the immediate healthcare needs of refugee populations and build long-term resilience and equity within these communities.