The Effectiveness of Educational Programmes by Non-Governmental Organisations in addressing the needs of a Girl Child: A Case Study of Plan International, Kwekwe District
- Author
- Mutongoreya, Rammah V
- Title
- The Effectiveness of Educational Programmes by Non-Governmental Organisations in addressing the needs of a Girl Child: A Case Study of Plan International, Kwekwe District
- Abstract
- The research sought to analyse the effectiveness of educational programmes by NGOs in addressing educational challenges faced by the girl child in Zimbabwe using a case study of Plan international in Kwekwe. Its specific objectives were to assess the impact of scholarship programmes on enrolment and retention rates of girls, evaluate the effectiveness of infrastructure development projects, particularly the construction of girl-friendly facilities in improving the learning environment for girls, analyse the impact of community awareness campaigns on changing attitudes towards girls' education in Kwekwe and to identify challenges and areas for improvement in the implementation of educational programmes by NGOs in Zimbabwe. The study adopted a qualitative approach, employing a descriptive case study design involving 39 participants. Data collection methods included beneficiary questionnaires, interviews with programme officers and 4 focus group discussions with teachers. The study employed thematic analysis in analysing the research data. The study found that NGO scholarship programmes have significantly increased girls' school enrolment and retention in Kwekwe by reducing financial barriers. In addition, infrastructure improvements have enhanced the learning environment, but sustainability remains a challenge. Awareness campaigns have had mixed success due to persistent cultural norms. On the other hand financial hardships, unsafe commutes, and gender stereotypes still hinder the success of educational interventions targeting gender inequality. The research recommended holistic interventions, community engagement and sustainability of interventions as some of the measures to enhance the effectiveness of such programmes.
- Date
- March 2025
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- educational programmes ,girl child
- Supervisor
- NIL
- Item sets
- Department of Peace and Governance
