Government has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with churches to drive Zimbabwe’s social and economic transformation in line with #Vision2030. Speaking through Deputy Minister Hon. Kiven Mutimbanyoka at the ZBCZI National Convention in Chitungwiza, Hon. Minister Monica Mutsvangwa highlighted the Church’s enduring contribution to national development and called for continued collaboration in building prosperous and morally grounded communities. The convention comes after a successful three-day Ministry-led workshop with UNDP, UN Women and civil society partners aimed at strengthening the Church’s role in promoting gender justice and preventing #genderbasedviolence Together, Government and faith leaders continue to champion inclusive development, social cohesion and a Zimbabwe free from violence and inequality

#FaithLeaders have a powerful role in shaping attitudes, values, and communities. Today, the Ministry, in partnership with United Nations Development Programme, UN Women, and the Gender and Faith Network Side by Side Zimbabwe convened church leaders and representatives from across #Zimbabwe for a three-day national conference aimed at strengthening the Church’s role in advancing gender justice and ending #genderbasedviolence. Together, we are equipping faith leaders to champion positive social norms, promote gender equality, and inspire communities to stand against #GBV. Stronger faith communities. Safer communities. A more equal Zimbabwe 🇿🇼. ✨