Strategies Used to Enhance Self- Concept of People with Visual Impairment in Harare Metropolitan Province, Zimbabwe

This study aimed to determine the to identify strategies used to enhance self- concept of People with Visual Impairment in Harare Metropolitan province, Zimbabwe. People with blindness have a wide range of self-concepts just like sighted people and their experiences may impact their in unique ways. Some people with visual impairment may have a strong sense of identity and pride in their blindness while others may struggle with feelings of inadequacy or social isolation. The main objective of this study was to determine the strategies used to enhance self- concept of people with visual impairment in Harare Metropolitan province, Zimbabwe. The research question for the study was stated as follows: What are the strategies used to enhance self- concept of People with Visual Impairment in Harare Metropolitan province, Zimbabwe? The study adopted a qualitative phenomenological research design was used and it was grounded on Social cognitive theory by Albert Bandura. The study targeted people with visual impairment in Harare Metropolitan province in Zimbabwe. The sample of participants was obtained using purposive and snow ball sampling techniques. An interview guide was used to collect qualitative data. The data was analyzed using content and thematic analysis techniques. The findings of the study indicated that, there were various strategies used to enhance self- concept of people with visual impairment in Harare Metropolitan province. The findings also indicated that, individuals had a more positive self-concept and display positive social adaptability. The study recommends that the strategies used to enhance self- concept of people with visual impairment in Harare Metropolitan province, Zimbabwe should be enhanced through: Educational opportunities and assistive technologies. Access to assistive technologies can significantly enhance social interaction and independence for individuals with blindness.