Promoting Decent Clothing Among Home Economics Students In University Of Nigeria, Nsukka

This study investigated the effectiveness of Home Economics education in promoting decent clothing among female students at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. The study was guided by 4 objectives. Descriptive survey design was used and the study collected data from the entire population of 117 female Home Economics students at the faculty of Education, University of Nigeria Nsukka. A structured questionnaire titled the decent dressing questionnaire (DDQ)was used to explore students’ awareness of decent dressing, the challenges faced in acquiring clothing, and the socio-cultural factors influencing clothing choices. The findings reveal a high level of awareness among students regarding the importance of decent dressing (xÉ > 2.50). The finding show that students face significant challenges, including financial constraints, the inaccessibility of affordable and decent clothing options, and powerful peer pressure influencing decent dressing. The study concludes that awareness alone is insufficient to drive behavioral change. To effectively promote decent clothing, universities and Home Economics programs must address practical and socio-cultural forces that promote decent dressing. Recommendations include Home Economics professional should strengthen the clothing and textile component of Home Economics programs, Universities should organize periodic campaigns, seminars, and workshops that emphasize the moral, cultural and professional importance of decent dressing. University management should establish initiatives such as thrift shops, clothing exchange platforms and fashion partnership programs that make decent and affordable clothing accessible to students with financial challenges.