Can a smartphone app help women escape abuse? new study says yes

NCT ID NCT05609786

First seen Nov 18, 2025 · Last updated Jun 05, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tested a web-based app called myPlanKenya that helps women in Nairobi who are at risk for intimate partner violence. Researchers enrolled 440 women and measured changes in their safety, resilience, and ability to make decisions. The goal was to see if using the app helps women recognize abuse, seek help, and feel more in control of their safety.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ujamaa Africa

    Nairobi, Kenya

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