Support for children born of rape in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: mother’s experiences and challenges

Abstract The repercussions of rape extend far beyond the act itself. Women who become pregnant as a result of rape are frequently forced to keep unwanted children, as abortion is generally perceived as unacceptable and illegal within the community. The aim of this study is to examine the socioeconom...

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Main Authors: Euphrasie Kaningini Wamunzila, Frieda Vandeninden
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:Conflict and Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13031-025-00674-0
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