PARENTS' AND TEACHERS' KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE ON GBV IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN THREE GEO POLITICAL ZONES, NIGERIA
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2023-11-19
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Kwara State University Press
Abstract
Gender-based violence is a pervasive global issue affecting numerous
countries, Nigeria included. Sadly, instances of gender-based violence
have been reported among pupils across Nigeria's 36 states, underscoring
the need for urgent attention from the adults closest to them: parents and
teachers. This study aimed to bridge the noticeable gap in understanding
by investigating parents' and teachers' awareness and attitudes regarding
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in primary schools, focusing on three
geopolitical zones in Nigeria. Employing a descriptive survey research
design, the study randomly selected 1200 parents and 600 teachers from
the North-Central, South-West, and South-South zones. Two meticulously
developed questionnaires, one for assessing parents' knowledge and
attitudes towards GBV and the other for evaluating teachers'
understanding and perspectives, were used as research instruments,
having undergone thorough validation and reliability checks. The analysis
of demographic information relied on descriptive statistics such as mean,
standard deviation, and percentage. Notably, the study found that parents'
awareness of School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV) was
notably deficient, with a prevalent negative attitude toward SRGBV.
Additionally, it was discovered that teachers had a limited awareness of the occurrence of GBV in primary schools (M = 1.68; SD = 1.24). Based on
these findings, it is evident that a comprehensive strategy to address GBV
in primary schools must involve focused efforts to raise awareness and
education among both parents and teachers. Concerted efforts are
required to enhance knowledge and foster positive attitudes, thereby
creating a safer and more supportive environment for the pupils. It is
imperative that schools and communities implement robust educational
programs and policies to combat GBV effectively, safeguarding the well being of the younger generation