Browsing by Author "Ahumuza Elia"

Now showing 1 - 1 of 1
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    AN ASSESSMENT OF THE CAUSES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AMONG ANGLICAN FAMILIES IN KASHONGI ARCHDEACONRY, NORTH ANKOLEDIOCESE OF THE CHURCH OF UGANDA
    (Uganda Christian University, 2025-09-05) Ahumuza Elia
    This study assessed the causes of domestic violence among Anglican families in Kashongi Archdeaconry, North Ankole Diocese. The objectives of the study were; to identify the socio-cultural factors that contribute to the prevalence of domestic violence among Anglican families in Kashongi Archdeaconry, to assess the economic conditions that influence the incidence of domestic violence among Anglican families in Kashongi Archdeaconry, and to evaluate the role played by Church leadership in addressing domestic violence in Anglican families in Kashongi Archdeaconry. Across-sectional research design, using a sample size of 66 participants was adopted. Simple random sampling and purposive sampling techniques were used to select the respondents and data was collected using well designed structured questionnaire and interview guide. Findings revealed that that misinterpretation of religious scriptures is a key contributing factor of domestic abuse, 95.5% of the respondents strongly agreed on the claim. It was also established that some men feel pressured to assert control when they fail to provide economically and 87.9% of the respondents strongly agreed on the claim. In addition, it was established that the Church addresses domestic violence as a private rather than public issue and 84.9% of the respondents agreed on this observation. In conclusion, this study’s findings reveal that domestic violence among Anglican families in Kashongi Archdeaconry is driven by socio-cultural beliefs, economic hardship, and limited Church intervention. Addressing these issues requires community sensitization, economic empowerment, and a stronger, more proactive role from Church leadership in publicly confronting abuse. The study recommends that the Church should address domestic violence by transforming harmful socio-cultural norms through community sensitization, theological training, and engagement with cultural leaders. It also advocates for responsible women’s economic empowerment, and stronger Church-based support system.