ABSTRACT
The prevalence of female sterilization as a contraceptive method is significantly low in
Bojonggede, Bogor Regency. Out of the 45,000 couples, merely 3% of women have chosen
sterilization. This study aims to identify the factors influencing the choice of female sterilization
among women of reproductive age in Bojonggede, Bogor Regency. The research utilized a
quantitative study with a cross-sectional approach. The data was gathered through interviews
using questionnaires distributed to 171 samples selected through purposive sampling. The Chi
Square test was used to analyze the data aiming to examine the relationship between all of the
independent variables concerning the choice of female sterilization among women of
reproductive age in Bojonggede, Bogor Regency. The findings of this study found a significant
association between age, parity, perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefit,
perceived barriers, and cues to action based on husband support with the choice of female
sterilization in Bojonggede. Hence, it is recommended to conduct unrestricted sterilization policy
in response to increase the female sterilization selection rate in Bojonggede and ensure that all
women are provided equally to access sterilization regardless their age and parity.
Keywords: Female, Sterilization, Reproductive