This course introduces concepts and methodologies for studying African families, Social change and family life, Livelihoods and intra-household economic relations, kinship marriage, reproduction, childcare and protection, and the youth. The impacts of epidemics and other types of disasters on families, including aging and family support are part of the focus of the course. Others include the role and influence of socio-economic and other policies on the African family. Students will have to write an extended essay on a case study as part of the course.
