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Paternity denial and consequences on children in patriarchal society: Situation in consensual couples in Rwanda

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  • Iyakaremye, Innocent
  • Mukamana, Liberata
  • Umutoni, Jane

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Literature has demonstrated the importance of both parents’ care in children’s development. Legal frameworks also have promised children a full enjoyment of their rights. However, in some countries these frameworks better apply for children born, living and recognized within heterosexual legally married couples.

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  • Iyakaremye, Innocent & Mukamana, Liberata & Umutoni, Jane, 2020. "Paternity denial and consequences on children in patriarchal society: Situation in consensual couples in Rwanda," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 118(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:cysrev:v:118:y:2020:i:c:s0190740920301602
    DOI: 10.1016/j.childyouth.2020.105357
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