INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CHANGES IN EDUCATION
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Feb 29, 2024 1 1

Beyond Rhetoric: Re-imagining Internationalization of Higher Education in Zimbabwe Through a Feminist Framework

Evelyn Chiyevo Garwe 1 *
1 Zimbabwe Council for Higher Education, Zimbabwe* Corresponding Author
International Journal of Changes in Education, 1(1), 2024, 11-18, https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE32021892
Publication date: Feb 29, 2024
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ABSTRACT

Traditional models of internationalization in higher education have been criticized for neglecting equity, inclusion, and social responsibilities in favor of focusing narrowly on economic objectives. This study explores an alternative feminist and collaborative
framework for internationalization of higher education using a case study of Zimbabwean universities. The methodology included content analysis of documents and primary data collection. Five universities participated in semi-structured interviews with 30 participants across administration, faculty, and student leadership to explore understandings, rationales, policies, procedures, initiatives, strategies, aspirations, and challenges regarding internationalization. The findings revealed gaps between espoused priorities and lived experiences. Thematic analysis showed that incorporating diversity, representation, mutual understanding, and empowerment through feminist partnerships validated diverse knowledge and addressed intersectional needs, facilitating culturally sensitive exchanges. However, challenges of limited resources and implementing consistent, systemic changes remained. The study argues that adopting a feminist-informed and collaborative approach enriches internationalization theory and practice by centering marginalized voices in conceptualizing and implementing initiatives. By dismantling barriers and fostering empowerment, more equitable outcomes can be realized. This feminist approach holds promise for empowering all backgrounds as equal partners in higher education worldwide through wisdom and care.

KEYWORDS

internationalization in higher education feminist framework Zimbabwe

CITATION (APA)

Garwe, E. C. (2024). Beyond Rhetoric: Re-imagining Internationalization of Higher Education in Zimbabwe Through a Feminist Framework. International Journal of Changes in Education, 1(1), 11-18. https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE32021892
Harvard
Garwe, E. C. (2024). Beyond Rhetoric: Re-imagining Internationalization of Higher Education in Zimbabwe Through a Feminist Framework. International Journal of Changes in Education, 1(1), pp. 11-18. https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE32021892
Vancouver
Garwe EC. Beyond Rhetoric: Re-imagining Internationalization of Higher Education in Zimbabwe Through a Feminist Framework. International Journal of Changes in Education. 2024;1(1):11-8. https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE32021892
AMA
Garwe EC. Beyond Rhetoric: Re-imagining Internationalization of Higher Education in Zimbabwe Through a Feminist Framework. International Journal of Changes in Education. 2024;1(1), 11-18. https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE32021892
Chicago
Garwe, Evelyn Chiyevo. "Beyond Rhetoric: Re-imagining Internationalization of Higher Education in Zimbabwe Through a Feminist Framework". International Journal of Changes in Education 2024 1 no. 1 (2024): 11-18. https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE32021892
MLA
Garwe, Evelyn Chiyevo "Beyond Rhetoric: Re-imagining Internationalization of Higher Education in Zimbabwe Through a Feminist Framework". International Journal of Changes in Education, vol. 1, no. 1, 2024, pp. 11-18. https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE32021892

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