Exploring challenges to the uptake of sexual and reproductive health services among lesbian and bisexual women in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe: a qualitative enquiry.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Reproductive healthcare is essential for all people, including lesbian and bisexual women. However, lesbians and bisexual women are among society's most marginalised and excluded members.

Objective

This study aimed to explore the challenges faced by lesbian and bisexual women in accessing Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Services in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

Design

An exploratory, descriptive qualitative study was conducted on two populations that included eight participants identified through the Voice of the Voiceless organisation in Bulawayo and 10 key informants and probed the challenges faced by lesbians and bisexual women when accessing SRH services.

Methods

Data were gathered through 10 key informant interviews and 1 focus group discussion (FGD;

SUBMITTER: Khozah MY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11492191 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature