Impact of unpaid care and domestic work (UCDW) on women and girls in Zimbabwe : A national research report

Abstract

As part of the #WeCareForHer equality project, the Health Law and Policy Consortium (HLPC) conducted a national research on the impact of unpaid care and domestic work (UCDW) on women and girls in Zimbabwe. This research aimed to understand the effects of UCDW on the daily lives of women and girls in navigating cultural, economic, political and social challenges. Through qualitative research methods such as focus group discussions, in depth interviews and key informant interviews, the study sought to capture the voices and experiences of women and girls in relation to UCDW. Other community members such as men, boys, community leaders and relevant stakeholders such as Members of Parliament (MPs), Councilors, Mayors, representatives from the Ministry of Women’s Affairs, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Civil Society and community-based organisations leaders were also engaged to share their views on the research topic.