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Historical Perspectives on the Role of Women in Peace-making and Conflict Resolution in Tana River District, Kenya, 1900 to Present

Guyo, Fatuma Boru
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1250035255

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2009, Master of Arts, Miami University, History.
Using the example of the Orma and the Pokomo women in the Tana River District, Kenya, this thesis explores the roles of women in peace-making and conflict resolution. Oral histories and semi-structured interviews were conducted with thirteen women from different backgrounds. The study identified six major themes. Each of these themes had impact not only on the women’s sense of identity, and of their roles in peace-making, but also revealed changes and continuity across generations. The study revealed that women were significant social actors generally and in particular in peace-making. Although their stories were consistent with the theories on war and peace, it challenges feminist critique by painting a picture of how they were able to create a place for themselves in their community through their role in peace-making, a role not necessarily defined through men. In conclusion, the study offers suggestions for further research in women’s roles in peace-making.
Judith Zinsser, PhD (Advisor)
Saine Abdoulaye, PhD (Committee Member)
Frederickson Mary, PhD (Committee Member)
59 p.
History
History; women's roles; peace-making; oral history; Kenya; Tana River

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  • Guyo, F. B. (2009). Historical Perspectives on the Role of Women in Peace-making and Conflict Resolution in Tana River District, Kenya, 1900 to Present [Master's thesis, Miami University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1250035255

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Guyo, Fatuma. Historical Perspectives on the Role of Women in Peace-making and Conflict Resolution in Tana River District, Kenya, 1900 to Present. 2009. Miami University, Master's thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1250035255.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Guyo, Fatuma. "Historical Perspectives on the Role of Women in Peace-making and Conflict Resolution in Tana River District, Kenya, 1900 to Present." Master's thesis, Miami University, 2009. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1250035255

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