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Item Report on the International Forum on Participatory Research(International Council for Adult Education, 1980-04-13) Yugoslavia, LjubljanaYugoslavia was selected as the site for this event because of the unique emphasis which has been made there to the principles of self-management and self-government; principles which are totally complementary to the concept of participatory research. In addition, Yugoslavia, and the Republic of Slovenia in particular, have been true pioneers in a variety of adult education forms. It offered us a chance to bring together practitioners from other countries to a place where the principles of adult education and self-management for an equitable society are central tenets of the way of life. The decision to choose Yugoslavia was vindicated many times over as the supportive atmosphere and the freedom to speak openly generated a remarkable climate a unique experience for most of us. Ljubljana has joined the list of places where, in the short history of participatory research work, plans have been made, momentum established, ideas clarified and reasons for working re-emphasized. This has included Aurora, Ontario (Canada), London (U.K.), Ostgeest (Netherlands), Caracas (Venezuela), Kungälv (Sweden), New Market, Tennessee (USA), and Ayacucho (Peru).Item Participatory Research and Popular Education in Africa(1983) Mustafa, KemalParticipatory research and popular education are critical frameworks for engaging oppressed communities in the study of their exploitation, aiming at fostering political consciousness and social transformation. This paper explores the theoretical underpinnings of participatory research as a component of historical materialist practice, its strategic importance in class struggle, and its role in bridging the divide between mental and manual labor. Emphasis is placed on the African context, examining its distinct experiences with participatory research in contrast to other regions such as Latin America. The evolution of participatory research in Africa, its integration into development projects, and the influence of colonial and neocolonial legacies are critically analyzed. The author also delves into debates surrounding methodologies, ideological differences, and the contributions of participatory research to social movements and national development.Item The Issue of Methodology in Participatory Research(International Forum on Participatory Research, 1980-04-13) Kassam, YusufThis paper examines the complexities and controversies surrounding the methodology of participatory research, highlighting key debates within social science research. It discusses the critiques of conventional positivist methodologies and contrasts them with the methodological underpinnings of participatory research, particularly its pragmatic and historical materialist approaches. Kassam explores the limitations, ideological orientations, and theoretical foundations of participatory research, advocating for an approach that emphasizes active community involvement, dialogue, and social change.Item African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, 2nd July 1979(African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, 1979-07-02) Ongewe, D.This document captures the discussion in Group IV on Lead Paper No. 1 at the African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, held on 2nd July 1979. Chaired by D. Ongewe, with U. Kill as rapporteur, the discussion explores the concept of development within social sciences, emphasizing the production process, productive forces, and social relations. The group debated whether capitalist stages are necessary in socialist development and discussed historical materialism's (H.M.) perspective on rural-urban migration and the marginalization of the rural population. Members argued for a grounded approach to development that acknowledges the class struggles and economic realities in African societies, specifically addressing challenges related to capitalist influence, primitive accumulation, and the role of social scientists.Item African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, Mzumbe, 2nd - 7th July 1979(African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, 1979-07-07) Anacleti, A.This document details the presentation and critique of Lead Paper I, "The Concept of Development in the Social Sciences," at the African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research in Mzumbe. Presented by the workshop's preparatory committee, the paper lays a foundation for discussing development models in the social sciences, divided into sections on OBET, RS, HM, and Socialist Development. Key themes include critiques of capitalist property relations, the scarcity of resources, the universality of capitalist models, and the lack of adequate consideration for Third World specificities. The paper introduces theoretical perspectives on Dependency Theory, the Centre-Periphery Model, and dialectical materialism but receives critical feedback for lacking concrete action-oriented analysis and being too abstract for practical application.Item African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, Mzumbe, 2nd - 7th July, 1979 – Group II and IV Report on the Discussion of Lead Paper 3(1979-07-07) Matwi, M.This report from Group II and IV captures the in-depth discussion at the African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research (Mzumbe, 2nd - 7th July, 1979) on Lead Paper 3, led by M. Matwi. Key issues discussed include the pressures faced by researchers within external socioeconomic and political forces, the role of class struggle in participatory research, and the ethical dimensions of research that includes community participation and alignment with action. The report raises critical questions about the motives behind research, the influence of funding agencies, and the challenge of turning research into meaningful action for community benefit. Examples from Tanzania and other African contexts underscore the need for research to foster self-development within communities, aligning with the philosophy of leaders like President Nyerere.Item African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, Mzumbe, 2nd - 7th July, 1979 – Group I & III Group Discussion Report on Lead Paper 3: The Methodology of the Participatory Research Approach(1979-07-07)This report documents the Group I & III Methodology discussion held during the African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research (Mzumbe, 2nd - 7th July, 1979), focusing on Lead Paper 3, which critically examined the Participatory Research Approach (PRA). The discussion revolved around the issues of class struggle, the role of intellectuals from the petty bourgeoisie, and the potential for collaboration between intellectuals, workers, and peasants. The group also explored the relationship between theory and practice within historical materialism, stressing that participatory research must prioritize the interests of the people rather than contribute to their exploitation.Item African Regional Workshop of Participatory Research, Mzumbe, 2nd - 7th July, 1979 – Group Discussion on Lead Paper 1, Group 3(1979-07-07)This report summarizes the discussion from Group 3 during the African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, held in Mzumbe, 2nd - 7th July, 1979. The primary focus was on the role of the researcher within development, particularly in the context of class struggle. The discussion highlighted three key themes: the researcher's commitment to class struggle, the relationship of Participatory Research (PR) to Humanism (HM) and its theoretical framework, and the connection of PR to organized struggle. The group broadly agreed that the central issue is understanding the researcher's role in the class struggle, particularly in African contexts, and debated how pre-capitalist societies could be analyzed in terms of class. The report critiques Lead Paper 1 for not fully identifying the framework necessary for PR to effectively support such research, asserting that the researchers' political commitment is paramount.