Workplace Violence and Gender Discrimination in Rwanda's Health Workforce
Author Information
Author(s): Newman Constance J, de Vries Daniel H, d'Arc Kanakuze Jeanne, Ngendahimana Gerard
Primary Institution: IntraHealth International
Hypothesis
How does gender influence workplace violence in Rwanda's health sector?
Conclusion
Gender inequality influences workplace violence, and addressing both gender discrimination and violence should be prioritized in workplace policies.
Supporting Evidence
- 39% of health workers experienced workplace violence in the year prior to the study.
- Gender equality lowered the odds of health workers experiencing violence.
- Negative stereotypes and discrimination based on gender affected women's experiences in the workplace.
Takeaway
In Rwanda, many health workers face violence at work, especially women, and fixing gender inequality can help make workplaces safer.
Methodology
The study used a combination of surveys, interviews, and focus groups to collect data from health workers across 15 districts in Rwanda.
Potential Biases
Response bias may affect the accuracy of reported experiences of violence and discrimination.
Limitations
The sample size was smaller than planned, and the data relied on self-reported experiences, which may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 205 women and 92 men from various health facilities in Rwanda.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.002
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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