The Role of Women in Conflict. Appraisal of the role of women in the resolution of conflict in Nkanu East's Local Government of Enugu State

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Chapter One: Introduction
• 1.1 Background of the study
• 1.2 Statement of the Problem
• 1.3 Research Questions
• 1.4 Objective/ Purpose of the Study
• 1.5 Hypothesis
• 1.6 Significance of the Study
• 1.7 Scope of the Study
• 1.8 Definition of terms
• Chapter Two: Literature Review
• 2.1 Introduction
• 2.2 Conceptual Framework
• 2.2.1 Concept of Conflict
• 2.2.2 Concept of Conflict Resolution
• 2.2.3 Concept of Gender equality
• 2.2.4 Concept of Peacebuilding
• 2.2.5 The role of Women in Peacebuilding
• 2.2.6 The Traditional Roles of African Women in peace Making and Peace Building
• 2.2.7 Te Role of African Women in Peace Building and Conflict Resolution: The Case of Burundi
• 2.2 Theoretical Framework
• 2.3 Summary
• Chapter Three: Methodology
• 3.1 Area of Study
• 3.2 Research design
• 3.3 Sources of Data
• 3.4 Method of Data Collection
• 3.5 Sampling Techniques
• 3.6 Instrumentation
• 3.7 Method of Data Analysis
• Chapter Four: Data Presentation, Analysis and Discussion
• 4.1 Data Presentation
• 4.1.1 Demographic Distribution of the Respondents/Interviewee
• 4.1.2 Analysis of Responses from Research Question
• 4.2 Findings of the Study
• 4.3 Discussion on the findings

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This study aims to assess the role of women in conflict resolution in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria. It seeks to understand whether women participate in conflict resolution, the strategies they employ, and the cultural barriers that may hinder their involvement. The study also explores whether women are fully integrated into decision-making processes and institutions in the area.

• The participation of women in conflict resolution
• Strategies employed by women in conflict resolution
• Cultural barriers hindering women's participation
• Women's representation in decision-making bodies
• The impact of women's involvement on peacebuilding

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One introduces the background of the study, outlining the significance of women's role in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. It also sets out the research problem, questions, objectives, hypothesis, scope, and definition of terms. Chapter Two provides a comprehensive literature review, exploring the concepts of conflict, conflict resolution, gender equality, peacebuilding, and the role of women in these processes. Chapter Three details the methodology employed in the study, including the area of study, research design, data sources, data collection methods, sampling techniques, instrumentation, and data analysis methods.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The study focuses on key concepts such as conflict, gender equality, conflict prevention, conflict resolution, peacemaking, peacebuilding, and reconciliation. It examines the role of women in these processes, particularly within the context of Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria.