Mavis Dako‐Gyeke

Aging, death, and dying: Perspectives of older persons in the eastern region of Ghana

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Kwamina Abekah‐Carter, Richard Baffo Kodom, F. Akosua Agyemang et autres

The meanings older persons ascribe to aging, death, and dying vary across cultures; hence, the need to engage them to share their perspectives on these concepts. Drawing on the life course theoretical perspective, this study explored the beliefs of older persons about …

Ghana, ca (code pays fourni par la source)

Exploring the Challenges and Adaptive Strategies Among Older Persons in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Richard Baffo Kodom, Kwamina Abekah‐Carter, Vyda Mamley Hervie et autres

This study explored the challenges and adaptive strategies of older persons in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Using a research qualitative approach, interviews and focus group discussions were conducted with 35 participants. Data were analyzed thematically, and the findings revealed challenges, …

Ghana, ca (code pays fourni par la source)

Addressing barriers to improved water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) access for the promotion of healthy ageing among older persons in Ghana

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Vyda Mamley Hervie, Kwamina Abekah‐Carter, Akosua Aboagyewaa Darkwa

Ghana, ca (code pays fourni par la source)

Pushed and pulled onto the streets: Perspectives of street children in Accra, Ghana

Kwamina Abekah‐Carter, Alice Boateng, Mavis Dako‐Gyeke

Many Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) that work with street children in Ghana have been relevant as they complement the limited services provided by the government. Notwithstanding the efforts made by NGOs to address this social phenomenon, some of their beneficiaries maintain their presence …

ca, Ghana (code pays fourni par la source)

Sustainable Development Goals

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Vyda Mamley Hervie, Eunice Abbey, Kingsley Saa‐Touh Mort et autres

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which were adopted by 193 countries, including Ghana, came into effect in 2015 with the aim of fostering economic growth, ensuring social inclusion and protecting the environment. Ghana&s;s commitment to achieving the SDGs cannot be over emphasized …

Child Protection Systems in Ghana

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Abigail Adubea Mills, Doris Akyere Boateng

Abstract This chapter discusses the child protection systems in Ghana. Extended family still participates in the protection and support activities for children in the possibility of stretching the care environment of children beyond their nuclear family. Building a protective environment for children …

Ghana (code pays fourni par la source)

Delivering Financial Capability and Asset Building Curriculum: Strengthening the Competencies of Social Work Faculty

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Kwamina Abekah‐Carter, Vyda Mamley Hervie, Doris Akyere Boateng

Ghana (code pays fourni par la source)

Experiences of Unaccompanied Child Migrant Workers from West African Countries Living in Ghana

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Richard Baffo Kodom, Alhassan Sulemana

Ghana, ca (code pays fourni par la source)

Are We Human Beings Like Others? Stigmatization and Discrimination Experiences of Women Living with Obstetric Fistula in the Northern Region of Ghana

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Richard Baffo Kodom, John Ntewusu

Ghana, ca (code pays fourni par la source)

Child Labor in Ghana: Current Policy, Research, and Practice Efforts

Alice Boateng, Mavis Dako‐Gyeke

Ghana (code pays fourni par la source)

Author Correction: Known by the Children’s Condition: Associative Stigma Among Family Carers of Children with Cerebral Palsy

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Doris Akyere Boateng, Abigail Adubea Mills, Richard Baffo Kodom et autres

Ghana, tr (code pays fourni par la source)

Suffering yet surviving: Narratives of women living with obstetric fistula in the Northern Region of Ghana

Mavis Dako‐Gyeke, Richard Baffo Kodom, John Ntewusu

Drawing on the insights of Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems and Lazarus’ coping theories, this article highlights the challenges and coping strategies of women living with obstetric fistula in the Northern Region of Ghana. Employing the convenience sampling technique, 55 women were purposively recruited …

Ghana (code pays fourni par la source)