Dr. Jaqualine Mangoma-Chaurura is a woman of deep faith, fervent prayer, and unwavering purpose. A proud wife to Advocate Lovemore Masunda-Chaurura, and mother to her twin boys. Her life is a tapestry of answered prayer, resilience, perseverance, and the undeniable hand of God shaping her journey.
She is an author, speaker, storyteller, and accomplished development specialist with extensive experience across Africa in the areas of gender equality, women’s advancement, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning, and strengthening the well-being of women and communities. She blends academic depth with lived experience, carrying a compassionate yet empowering voice that resonates deeply with women.
Dr. Jackie holds a PhD in Social Anthropology, a discipline that enriches her understanding of how women navigate complex spiritual, cultural, emotional, and social landscapes. Her anthropological insight, combined with her spiritual depth, informs the heart of her message: every woman carries divine purpose and is called to rise.
As the founder of Arise Oh Woman: Faith, Prayer & Purpose, she leads a prayer and empowerment hub dedicated to nurturing spiritual and emotional growth through prayer requests, devotionals, teachings, prayer challenges, intercession, and faith-based resources. Her heart is to help women become strong in spirit, anchored in Scripture, emotionally restored, and confident in their God-given calling.
In her writing and teaching, Dr. Jackie blends vulnerability with wisdom, scripture, and lived experiences.
She is passionate about:
- ✨Strengthening women’s prayer lives
- ✨Walking with women in seasons of waiting
- ✨Ministering to the grieving and broken-hearted
- ✨Supporting emotional and mental well-being through faith
- ✨Restoring hope where it has been lost
- ✨Empowering women to walk boldly in their God-given purpose
- ✨Using learning and reflection to strengthen women-centered programs
When a woman prays, she rises and when she rises, everything around her shifts.
