scholarly journals A SWOT analysis of health service access by men who have sex with men in South Africa: lessons for higher education institutions

2017 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Scheibe ◽  
J. Daniels ◽  
B. Kutner ◽  
T. Lane
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Service Access ◽  
Health Service Access ◽  
Sex With Men

Experiences and challenges in sexual health service access among men who have sex with men in Kenya

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Adam Bourne ◽  
Marina Carman ◽  
Rhoda Kabuti ◽  
Will Nutland ◽  
Elizabeth Fearon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Service ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Service Access ◽  
Health Service Access ◽  
Sexual Health Service ◽  
Sex With Men

scholarly journals Equity in Maternal Health in South Africa: Analysis of Health Service Access and Health Status in a National Household Survey

PLoS ONE ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. e73864 ◽  
Author(s):  
Njeri Wabiri ◽  
Matthew Chersich ◽  
Khangelani Zuma ◽  
Duane Blaauw ◽  
Jane Goudge ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Maternal Health ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Household Survey ◽  
Service Access ◽  
Health Service Access ◽  
National Household Survey

Factors associated with hepatitis B vaccination among men who have sex with men: a systematic review of published research

2015 ◽  
Vol 28 (6) ◽  
pp. 534-542 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raymond Vet ◽  
John BF de Wit ◽  
Enny Das
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Factors ◽  
Service Access ◽  
Health Service Access ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Hbv Vaccination ◽  
Sex With Men ◽  
Published Research

This systematic review identified and synthesised evidence from published research regarding personal and environmental factors associated with hepatitis B virus (HBV) vaccination uptake among gay men and other men who have sex with men (MSM) in low prevalence, high-income countries. A systematic literature search identified 18 eligible papers that addressed factors potentially associated with HBV vaccination uptake among MSM, of which 16 reported research conducted in the US. Studies assessed possible associations between HBV vaccination among MSM and socio-demographic characteristics, behavioural and social-cognitive factors and indicators of health service access. Converging evidence was found for associations between HBV vaccination and younger age, gay self-identification, and not using alcohol and drugs; evidence suggests a lack of association between HBV vaccination and ethnicity. There was converging evidence for associations between HBV vaccination and social-cognitive factors, in particular knowledge, perceived vulnerability and perceived severity regarding HBV infection, and perceived barriers to HBV vaccination. Evidence further supported associations between HBV vaccination and indicators of health service access. While research regarding factors associated with HBV vaccination among MSM remains limited, the identified correlates of HBV vaccination among MSM provide important guidance for the development of health promotion interventions to effectively increase coverage of HBV vaccination among MSM.

Challenges Posed by Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for South African Higher Education Institutions

10.28945/2679 ◽  
2003 ◽  
Author(s):  
ME Herselman ◽  
HR Hay
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Driving Forces ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Revolutionary Change ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Teaching Learning

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) are the major driving forces of globalised and knowledge-based societies of a new world era. They will have a profound impact on teaching and learning for two decades to come. The revolutionary change which is taking place in Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), has dramatic effects on the way universities carry out their functions of teaching, learning and research, particularly on the creation, dissemination and application of knowledge. These developments pose unprecedented challenges to higher education institutions (HEIs) in developing countries particular in South Africa as South Africa is viewed as the leading country on the continent.

Accelerating the implementation of SDG 4: stakeholder perceptions towards initiation of sustainable community engagement projects by higher education institutions

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lombuso Precious Shabalala ◽  
Sisa Ngcwangu
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South Africa ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Narrative Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Reciprocal Relationship ◽  
Stakeholder Perceptions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Sustainable Community

Purpose This paper aims to present the results of an investigation on how a reciprocal relationship between the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) in South Africa and the surrounding communities can be used to accelerate the implementation of sustainable development goal 4 (SDG 4). The aim of this paper is to establish stakeholder perceptions on the role of higher education institutions (HEIs) in the development and implementation of sustainable community engagement (CE) projects geared towards the acceleration of SDG 4. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative methodology was adopted. This consisted of a presentation at UMP, an educational tour of the campus and discussion sessions with 3 education officials and 19 high schools representatives from Ehlanzeni District Municipality, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa. Content and narrative analysis were used to analyse the data obtained during the discussions. Findings The key findings indicate that a reciprocal relationship between HEIs and their surrounding communities can be used to accelerate the implementation of SDG 4 by positioning HEIs to take the lead with initiatives and implementation of CE projects. Research limitations/implications For HEIs to be in a better position to take a leading role in CE, they must guide without imposing, else it may lead to stakeholders losing interest. Practical implications The importance of a mutual working relationship between HEIs and communities becomes paramount, as it may lead to the realisation and acceleration of SDG 4 through CE. It is suggested that HEIs prioritise CE and also involve communities from the conceptualisation of any project. Originality/value The paper raises awareness and demonstrates the importance and possibilities of using CE towards the acceleration of the implementation of SDG 4 by HEIs.

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