Applying Virginia Held’s Ethics of Care to Resolve the Social-Cultural Problem of Violence against Women in Kurya Society
Journal Title: International Journal of Social Science And Human Research - Year 2024, Vol 7, Issue 10
Abstract
The study focused on addressing violence against women in the Kurya society of Tanzania by applying Virginia Held’s ethics of care. It explored cultural practices such as FGM, child marriage, and intimate partner violence, emphasizing their impact on women’s health and human rights. Using a phenomenological research design, the study aimed to understand the subjective experiences of individuals affected by violence against women. The expected outcomes included a better understanding of the cultural practices perpetuating violence, the development of a comprehensive approach grounded in ethics of care, and contributing to gender equality and human rights in Kurya society.
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Leah Lembesha, Thomas Marwa
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- DOI 10.47191/ijsshr/v7-i10-33
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