What question did this study set out to answer?

This research aims to develop a framework for improving gender justice and legal empowerment for women in rural DRC.

February 22, 2026Open Access

Gender Justice Framework for Legal Empowerment of Rural Women in DRC

Key Points

This research aims to develop a framework for improving gender justice and legal empowerment for women in rural DRC.
Conducted a conceptual analysis of existing literature
Consulted with experts in gender and legal frameworks
Identified areas for policy intervention and legal reform
Outlined the need for comprehensive legal frameworks addressing customary laws
Highlighted the importance of gender-sensitive training for law enforcement officials
Provided recommendations for policy makers to enhance women’s legal empowerment

Abstract

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) faces significant gender disparities in legal empowerment within rural communities. A conceptual analysis focusing on existing literature and expert consultations to construct the framework. This theoretical framework identifies areas for policy intervention and legal reform to improve gender justice in rural DRC. Policy makers should prioritise the development of comprehensive legal frameworks that address customary laws and integrate gender-sensitive training programmes for law enforcement officials.

Read Full Paperexternally

Bookmark

View Full Paper

Cite This Study

Michael K Mullen (Fri,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699a9e2d482488d673cd4a55 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18717218

Also Consider

Synapse has enriched 5 closely related papers on similar clinical questions. Consider them for comparative context:

Bookmark

View Full Paper