Abstract

The study aimed to investigate the extent and impact of the contributions of the Reformed Church in Zimbabwe (RCZ) women towards the community development discourse in Zimbabwe. The study adopted a qualitative research approach and a case study research design using in-depth interviews, questionnaires, focus group discussions, and document analysis of the RCZ women projects’ minutes over a period of a year. The study draws on feminist liberation theologies as a lens to understand the extent and impact of the RCZ women in the community development discourse in Zimbabwe. Preliminary findings suggest that RCZ women are a force to reckon with as they have proved to be critical players in promoting community development in Zimbabwe although they face financial support. The study recommends the RCZ church craft a robust community development policy that will work as the engine for all church-related community development efforts.

Presenters

Simbarashe Munamati
Principal, Theological School, Murray Theologicalc College, Zimbabwe

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Religious Community and Socialization

KEYWORDS

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, FEMINIST LIBERATION THEOLOGIES, WOMEN, COMMUNITY

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