Exploring child neglect among school going children living in compounds: a case study of Zvishavane district, Brown compound. · Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Author

Phiri, Meraldah Y.

Title

Exploring child neglect among school going children living in compounds: a case study of Zvishavane district, Brown compound.

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to explore child neglect among school going children living in Zvishavane district Brown compounds. In most countries especially developing countries like Zimbabwe have raising issues of child neglect. The study will focus on the objectives to identify causes of child neglect in Brown Compound Zvishavane District, to examine the types of child neglect in Brown Compound Zvishavane District, to analyse the effects of child neglect on education attainment for children in Brown Compound Zvishavane District and to develop strategies to address child neglect in Brown Compounds Zvishavane District. The study is going to use ecological systems theory when conducting the research. Phenomenological research design was used in the research study. Phenomenological methodology recognizes the principle of human understanding. The technique provides a rich and broad description of human contributions and meanings and findings are allowed to ascend, rather than being prescribed by an investigator. The target population of the study comprises of 3 school teachers, 1 school headmaster, 2 Social workers,1 District Administrator, 3 parents and 5 school pupils. A total of 15 were selected for the study. Key informants were sampled due to their level of contact and interaction with child neglect among school going children. The study use purposive sampling technique. The study use qualitative research interviews, in-depth interviews, observations and key informant interviews. According to this research most children in Zvishavane Brown compound are neglected by their caregivers. The schools, social workers, govt, ngos and other government stakeholders should work tirelessly to improve the welfare and protection of children. As a result, more research should be done to improve the lives of children. More so, stiff laws and policies should be introduced to protect vulnerable children. More resources should be channeled towards safeguarding the lives of children.

Date

June 2025

Publisher

BUSE

Keywords

Child Neglect

Brown Compound

School Going Children

Supervisor

Mr. P. Gonorashe