Gender-based violence is a global problem that affects women and girls of all races, colour and
creed. This study locates gender-based violence within the development agenda, explores related
theories and points out how culture, patriarchy and tradition influences gender-based violence
perpetration and can also contribute to positive behavior change. This dissertation provides an
analysis of gender-based violence globally, in the Southern African region and in Zimbabwe through
secondary and primary research. The research focused on women and girls because they are constitute
the majority when one looks at the victims of gender-based violence statistics and issues that come
out on different communities.
This research contributes to an increased understanding and knowledge of gender- based violence by
interrogating the statistics of gender-based violence, response mechanisms and the role civil
society organisations play. The primary research utilised guided interviews with the use of
questionnaires with individuals and representatives of organisations. Findings indicate a need for
greater awareness on the provisions of the Zimbabwe Domestic Violence Act, increased economic
empowerment of women and more male inclusion in raising awareness as part of prevention. Key
informant discussions with Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO) representatives highlighted the
need for programme synergies so that gender-based violence initiatives are holistic. The case study
of Musasa is key in assessing the role civil society organisations play in complementing Government
actions and strategies. / Development Studies / M.A (Development Studies)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/22617 |
| Date | 10 1900 |
| Creators | Dzinavane, Tsitsi Marylin |
| Contributors | Cornwell, L. |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (xi, 167 leaves) : color illustrations |
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