Effect of Leadership Intervention Strategies on Conflict Management in the Anglican Church, Diocese of Eldoret
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t2514Abstract
The main purpose of the study was to evaluate the effect of leadership intervention strategies in the Anglican Church Diocese of Eldoret. The research design adopted for this study was a descriptive survey. The target population was 1933 respondents comprising lay congregants, church leaders and the clergy members. The sample size was 331 respondents. The data collection instruments for this study primarily consisted of a questionnaire and interview guide. Data analysis was conducted using a combination of qualitative and quantitative techniques. The quantitative data from surveys was coded and processed and analyzed by SPSS version 25. The finding was presented with the aid of tables, graphs and notes. The study findings showed that leadership intervention strategies had a statistically significant influence on conflict management outcomes (β1=0.201; p<0.05). In conclusion, transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness were more effective in managing conflicts within the Anglican Church Diocese of Eldoret. The study recommended that the church leaders should continue to prioritize transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness in their leadership practices.
Key words: Leadership intervention strategy, Conflict management, Anglican Church and Diocese of Eldoret.
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