FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT PRACTICES AND WELFARE OF DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES IN BUSIA TOWN, KENYA/UGANDA BORDER
Abstract
Dysfunctional families represent a notable societal concern, capable of adversely affecting the mental well-being of children when parents struggle to effectively address these issues. Over time, this can lead to unfavorable consequences in terms of the children's social development. The study sought to ascertain the influence of freedom of movement on the well-being of dysfunctional families in Busia town, Kenya/Uganda border. This study was grounded on the theory of truth and democracy within the context of human rights. The study employed a descriptive survey research design, focusing on dysfunctional families and professionals actively involved in human rights issues within Busia County. This group encompassed lawyers, human rights advocates, Ministry of Trade officials, immigration officers, and individuals responsible for child welfare. To select participants from this population, a simple random sampling method was utilized, further ensuring representativeness through stratified random sampling. The study maintained a confidence level of 95% with a margin of error of 5%. Key informants were selected using purposive sampling, specifically targeting officials from the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) and those engaged in the promotion and protection of human rights. Data collection methods included use of questionnaires and interview schedules. The study applied both descriptive and inferential analysis techniques to investigate the impact of various independent factors, such as freedom of movement, freedom of expression, freedom of trade, and freedom of access to education, on the well-being of dysfunctional families. The findings indicated that these independent variables significantly influenced the welfare of dysfunctional households. The findings of the study exhibited a significant positive correlation (r=.723 N=136 p.01) between freedom of movement and the well-being of families that are dysfunctional in Busia town. The study recommends that civil society organizations intensify their efforts in civil education to raise public awareness of individual rights, especially among individuals originating from dysfunctional family backgrounds.
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