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Submission Number: 272
Submission ID: 1542
Submission UUID: 610c541b-5ba4-4856-a650-1ef33fb3cf42
Submission URI: /2025/abstracts
Created: Mon, 07/28/2025 - 08:18
Completed: Mon, 07/28/2025 - 08:23
Changed: Thu, 08/14/2025 - 14:17
Remote IP address: 102.212.201.229
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: Abstract
| Title | Ms. |
|---|---|
| Lastname | Gamedze |
| Firstname | Temantimandze |
| temantimandzegamedze95@gmail.com | |
| Mobile | +26876610985 |
| Institution | Eswatini medical christian university |
| Biosketch | Temantimandze Gamedze is a 22-year-old social work student at Eswatini Medical Christian University. She was born and raised in Skangene, where her passion for community development and child welfare began. Over the years, she has actively volunteered with organizations such as FLAS, gaining practical experience in supporting vulnerable groups. In 2025, she proudly participated in the Students’ Conference for the Children of the African Child. Known for her strong leadership and commitment to service, Temantimandze is determined to pursue a career in social work research, with a focus on improving the lives of children across Eswatini and beyond. |
| Is there a Second Presenter? | No |
| Title of Presentatation | Green Social Work and Agriculture: Rethinking Sustainability in Eswatini’s Rural Communities |
| Theme Selection | THEME 1: Green Social Work and Climate Resilience: Supporting Vulnerable Communities in the Face of Environmental Crises |
| Subtheme ONE Selection | SUB 1.1 How social work integrates environmental justice, sustainability, and ecological perspectives into practice. |
| Select your Presentation Type | Poster Presentation |
| Abstract | Eswatini’s economy has long depended on agriculture,not just for income, but for identity and survival. Yet, while climate change and environmental degradation are now at the centre of global discussions, there remains a troubling silence when it comes to the needs of Eswatini’s rural farmers, particularly in under-resourced areas like Lavumisa or Lundzi. This study explores the potential of green social work as a transformative framework that brings together people, land, and policy for long-term sustainability. Rooted in indigenous African philosophies such as ubuntu and ukama which emphasize interconnectedness between human beings and nature the study argues for a more inclusive and culturally grounded approach to agriculture and environmental care. Drawing on a qualitative study and existing literature, the research highlights the gaps in rural agricultural support and environmental planning. While government efforts do exist, they often fall short of reaching the most vulnerable communities. The findings suggest that sustainable agricultural development in Eswatini cannot happen in isolation. It requires collaborative effort between social workers, local farmers, government institutions, and individual citizens. Green social work, when practiced in context and partnership with rural voices, can be a bridge between climate justice and food security.Ultimately, this study calls for a shift from reactive agricultural policies to proactive, sustainable, and community-driven strategies that respect both the land and the people who rely on it. If we are to preserve Eswatini’s natural beauty and ensure agricultural livelihoods for future generations, then multisectoral commitment must begin now. |
| Title | |
| Firstname | Koketso |
| Lastname | Matlakala |
| Does the Abstract fit the selected Theme? | Yes |
| What Area does this Abstract Focus on? | Poster |
| Status | Accepted |
| Title | Prof |
| Firstname | Roelf |
| Lastname | Reyneke |
| Does the Abstract fit the selected Theme? | Yes |
| What Area does this Abstract Focus on? | Empirical Research |
| Status | Accepted |