demography

Using semi-structured interviews we have been recording marital and reproductive histories with Himba men and women since 2010. These interviews also include information on child-rearing, household dynamics, education, health and wealth.
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health

We have been studying how integration with markets is shaping Himba people's perceptions of healthcare and their use of these services. In particular, we are focusing on vaccine uptake in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We have also been studying how local cultural practices affect children's health and well-being. This has included work on fosterage and the long-term effects of climate-change induced drought.
 

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reproductive health

Through interviews and focus groups we have been studying women's reproductive decisions, including the timing of births, knowledge and use of contraception, and fertility preferences. We have also studied the importance of learning and support during the perinatal period.

social networks

We have been conducting household-level interviews to determine how people are connected to one another and how social connectivity relates to measures of health and well-being.​

Kunene Rural Health and Demography Project
UCLA Department of Anthropology
Box 951553, 341 Haines Hall
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1553
USA