An Assessment of the NPRC Gender Peace Building in Zimbabwe. Case of Mash-Central Bindura · Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Author: Kunatsa, Blessing
Title: An Assessment of the NPRC Gender Peace Building in Zimbabwe. Case of Mash-Central Bindura
Abstract: This research aims to assess the effectiveness of the National Peace and
Reconciliation Commission's (NPRC) gender peacebuilding in Mashonaland Central, Bindura. The study employed a qualitative research methodology, using semi-structured interviews and discussions with key stakeholders, including community members, civil society organisations, and government officials. The data collected was analysed thematically. The key findings of this study indicate that NPRC's gender peacebuilding initiatives have had a positive impact on promoting sustainable peace and reconciliation in Bindura. The initiatives have helped to raise awareness about gender-based violence and promote women's participation in decision-making processes at the community level. However, there are still challenges that need to be addressed, such as limited resources for implementing these initiatives and inadequate engagement with men in promoting gender equality. In conclusion, this study highlights the importance of incorporating a gender perspective in peacebuilding efforts. It also emphasizes the need for sustained efforts towards promoting women's participation in decision-making processes at all levels. Based on these findings, recommendations are made for NPRC to increase its engagement with men in promoting gender equality and allocate more resources towards implementing its gender peacebuilding
initiatives.
Date: 2023
Publisher: BUSE
Keywords: Gender peace building; National Peace and
Reconciliation Commission (NPRC)
Supervisor: Dr Makwerere, David

Item sets: Department of Peace and Governance

Media: Blessing Kunatsa - PG.pdf