Women, Religion and Leadership in Zimbabwe, Volume 1: An Ecofeminist Perspective

Zimbabwe has invested in women's emancipation and leadership, with a strong Pan-Africanist ideology and radical religious pluralism. This volume explores the role of Zimbabwean women in religio-cultural leadership, discussing their unique roles in ecological conservation, disaster management, the SDGs, and ecological stewardship. It will appeal to scholars across management, women's studies, religion, and cultural studies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 193 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

Zimbabwe has made significant strides in promoting women's emancipation and leadership, while also embracing a strong Pan-Africanist ideology. This unique approach offers valuable insights into the dynamics surrounding women's leadership in Africa. Furthermore, Zimbabwe's diverse religious landscape, characterized by radical religious pluralism, contributes to a deeper understanding of the influence of religion on women's leadership across the continent.

This comprehensive volume explores the significant roles of Zimbabwean women in religio-cultural leadership. It begins with a comprehensive literature review on leadership, with a particular emphasis on African women's leadership within the broader context of global studies on leadership. The subsequent chapters delve into the distinctive leadership roles played by Zimbabwean women in the realm of ecological conservation. Key topics covered include disaster management, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and ecological stewardship.

The book concludes by examining women's leadership among adherents of African Indigenous Spirituality, such as among the Shona and Ndau ethnic groups. This volume appeals to scholars and researchers across various disciplines, including management, women's studies, religion, and cultural studies, who are interested in exploring African women's leadership in religious contexts and other spheres of life.

Weight: 402g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031245787
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023