Multiple Jeopardy: The Intersection of Disability, Gender, Violence and Covid-19 in Rural Mutoko, Zimbabwe.

Shamiso Zirabada; Nobuhle Moyo

doi:10.52589/JARMS-AAACDVC3

Multiple Jeopardy: The Intersection of Disability, Gender, Violence and Covid-19 in Rural Mutoko, Zimbabwe.

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Journal of Advanced Research and Multidisciplinary Studies

Vol. 5Issue 12025pp. 90–107Published 10 March 2025

DOI 10.52589/JARMS-AAACDVC3

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Abstract:

The study explored the intersectionality of disability, gender, violence, and COVID-19 in rural Mutoko. A qualitative research method using the interpretivist philosophy was employed. Qualitative research method was selected because of its relevance in bringing out explicitly the lived experiences of Women with Disabilities (WwDs). Focus Group Discussion (FGDs) and key informant interviews were used for data collection. The research participants were purposively sampled while data was analyzed using thematic analysis. The results showed increased cases of Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) among WwDs in the home setting in rural Mutoko during COVID-19 lockdown. This was partly because of stressors associated with the pandemic coupled with household arrangements in Zimbabwe. Additionally, essential SGBV services were not readily available due to the lockdown induced measures. It is recommended that SGBV programs should have a budget that is specific to SGBV in any situation and avoid being overtaken by emerging events.

Keywords:Disability Gender Violence COVID-19 Intersectionality.

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