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Exploring Intergenerational Dialogues as a Strategy to Reduce Rejection of Young Single Mothers in Rwanda: A
Anna Dusabe1, Samuel Habimana1, Isabelle Kubwimana2
1Centre of Gender Equity, University of Global Health Equity, Kigali, Rwanda.
International Journal of Women'S Health
|July 20, 2026
Summary
Intergenerational dialogues in Rwanda show promise for resolving conflicts and improving support for young single mothers. However, addressing poverty and stigma alongside these dialogues is crucial for sustained impact.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Development Studies
Background:
- Teenage pregnancy is a significant global public health issue, with millions of adolescent girls giving birth annually.
- Limited evidence exists on the perceived effectiveness of dialogue-based interventions within family and community systems in Rwanda.
- The Ingo z'amahoro program aims to address intergenerational conflicts and support young single mothers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore participants' perceptions of the Ingo z'amahoro intergenerational dialogue programme's effectiveness.
- To understand how the program resolves intergenerational conflicts, responds to gender-based violence (GBV), and improves family/community support for young single mothers in Rwanda.
Main Methods:
- Exploratory qualitative study utilizing purposive sampling and reflexive thematic analysis.
- 32 participants (12 young single mothers, 12 parents/guardians, 8 key informants) in Musanze and Gasabo Districts, Rwanda.
- Data collected via 24 in-depth interviews and 8 key informant interviews (May-June 2024).
Main Results:
- Participants reported personal, familial, and community benefits, including reconciliation, increased GBV/SRH awareness, improved attitudes, and self-confidence.
- Socioeconomic and structural barriers such as poverty, absent male stakeholders, and social stigma hindered effective participation.
- Strategies for sustaining impact involve service integration and economic empowerment.
Conclusions:
- Intergenerational dialogues offer potential for family reconciliation and GBV awareness for young single mothers in Rwanda.
- Dialogue alone is insufficient; addressing structural inequalities is vital.
- Integrated interventions including psychosocial support, economic empowerment, and male engagement are necessary for sustained impact.
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