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Dr. Chris Mukiza, an expert in the field, highlights the significance of this approach.
Mothers play a central role in the process of pregnancy and childbirth. They possess unique knowledge about the duration of pregnancy, the challenges faced during this period, and the number of children they have given birth to.
This firsthand experience makes them the most reliable source of information when it comes to accurately reporting the number of children in a household.
Mothers share a deep emotional bond with their children. They are intimately involved in their upbringing, nurturing, and care.
This emotional connection gives mothers a comprehensive understanding of their children’s lives, including important details such as their ages, educational milestones, and healthcare needs.
This knowledge allows them to provide accurate responses to census questions, ensuring the data collected is reliable and useful for future planning and policy-making.
Mothers are often the primary caregivers in households, making them more accessible and available to answer census questions. Their role as caretakers means they are actively involved in their children’s daily routines, activities, and general well-being.
Consequently, they are well-equipped to provide accurate and up-to-date information regarding their children’s demographics, ensuring that the census data reflects the reality of the population accurately.
Designating mothers as the primary respondents for census questions about children also serves to empower women. By acknowledging their firsthand knowledge and expertise, this approach highlights the importance of women’s perspectives and experiences in shaping policies and decision-making processes.
It recognizes the unique role that mothers play within society and encourages their active participation in data collection efforts.
The decision to have mothers answer census questions about their children is a logical and practical approach. Their firsthand information, expertise in pregnancy and childbirth, emotional connection, accessibility, and availability make them the most suitable respondents for accurately reporting data.
Empowering women’s voices through this process is an essential step towards ensuring inclusive and accurate representation in data collection efforts. By recognizing the importance of mothers, we can gather reliable data that will contribute to informed decision-making and improved policies for the benefit of society as a whole.
Check also;
- Acholi Paramount Chief Inspires Subjects To Embrace The Census
- National Census Preparations In Full Swing – Statistics Bureau
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