Determinants of contraceptive use among female migrant workers in Northern Vietnam\'s industrial zones | |
| Author | Hoang Hien Minh |
| Call Number | AIT Diss. no.DBA-SOM-26-12 |
| Subject(s) | Contraception--Vietnam Women foreign workers--Health and hygiene--Vietnam Women immigrants--Health and hygiene--Vietnam |
| Note | A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Business Administration |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | As Vietnam experiences rapid industrialization, the demand for workers is increasing, and migration of workers is a consequence. Female migrant workers face unique challenges, including limited access to healthcare, socio-economic hardships, and cultural barriers that adversely affect their reproductive health choices. This research investigates key factors that contribute to the issues, such as peer influence, knowledge of contraceptive services, and attitudes toward contraceptive behavior & service, by applying structural equation modeling (SEM) to analyze data from a sample of female migrant workers in northern Vietnam\'s industrial zones. The findings reveal a surprising negative relationship between peer influence and knowledge of contraceptive services with actual contraceptive use, suggesting that social networks may not always provide supportive environments for contraceptive adoption. Conversely, positive attitudes towards contraceptive behavior and services significantly enhance contraceptive use, underscoring the importance of fostering supportive perceptions. The study also examines the roles of exposure to printed and digital media, but finds that neither significantly moderates the relationships between the independent variables and contraceptive use. These results highlight the critical barriers faced by female migrant workers, including misinformation and inadequate access to reproductive health education. The thesis emphasizes the need for targeted interventions that address these unique challenges, advocating for improved access to accurate information and comprehensive healthcare services. By doing so, stakeholders can enhance reproductive health outcomes for female migrant workers in Vietnam. Ultimately, this research contributes valuable insights into the reproductive health dynamics of marginalized populations, calling for collaborative efforts among healthcare providers, policymakers, and community organizations to support informed contraceptive choices. |
| Year | 2026 |
| Type | Dissertation |
| School | School of Management |
| Department | Other Field of Studies (No Department) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration (Publication code = DBA-SM, SM) |
| Chairperson(s) | Santoso, Djoen San |
| Examination Committee(s) | Zimmermann, Willi;Ransom, Lakeesha K. |
| Degree | Thesis (Ph.D.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2026 |
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