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dc.contributor.authorGachanga, Timothy
dc.contributor.authorMatanga, Frank
dc.contributor.authorOnkware, Kennedy
dc.date.accessioned2024-10-30T14:53:41Z
dc.date.available2024-10-30T14:53:41Z
dc.date.issued2024-07-18
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.62049/jkncu.v4i2.117
dc.identifier.urihttps://journals.unesco.go.ke/index.php/jknatcom/article/view/117/93
dc.identifier.urihttp://ir-library.mmust.ac.ke:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3038
dc.description.abstractManaging the diverse ethnic identities inherent in multi-ethnic universities is crucial for fostering national cohesion. Ineffective management can lead to ethnic competition and hinder a holistic approach to diversity. This study explored the challenges Kenyan universities face in promoting national cohesion, using Émile Durkheim's Functionalist Theory as a framework. A cross-sectional descriptive survey was conducted across five public universities in Kenya. The study found that many students are unaware of existing platforms for reporting hate speech. There are also delays in addressing prejudice, ethnicity, discrimination, and hate speech which can easily erode trust in the university’s commitment to diversity. Additionally, inadequate support for students reporting ethnicity-related issues poses a significant challenge. The study recommends integrating emerging issues like hate speech into university curricula, engaging staff as moderators and mentors in student social network groups, and raising awareness about platforms for reporting hate speech and social media misuse.en_US
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherJournal of the Kenya National Commission for UNESCOen_US
dc.subjectChallenges, Fostering, National, Cohesion, within, Universitiesen_US
dc.titleChallenges in Fostering National Cohesion within Kenyan Universitiesen_US
dc.typeArticleen_US


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