Knowledge Democracy and Participatory Research

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Welcome to the Knowledge Democracy and Participatory Research Community. This community serves as a comprehensive repository of resources on participatory approaches, community-based research, and collaborative inquiry methods. Our mission is to foster knowledge sharing and support initiatives that empower communities to contribute to research, ensuring their voices shape the knowledge that impacts their lives.

Explore a wealth of materials, including case studies, policy papers, training guides, and research publications that highlight the practice and principles of participatory research worldwide.

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    Participatory Research Caribbean Network
    (1983-03-06) Ellis, Pat
    To promote the use of Participatory Research as an approach to research which involves the "researched", as well as the researcher in the research process. 2. To stimulate debate and discussion on the theoretical, conceptual and moral issues related to the use of Participatory Research. 3. To provide opportunities for persons involved in Participatory Research activities to meet, exchange ideas and information and discuss their work in Participatory Research and to evaluate and conceptualize the results of this work. 4. To promote the use of Participatory Research in major development programmes and institutions in the the region, and to formulate research methodologies relevant to the Caribbean context and reality. 5. To encourage those engaged in Participatory Research to document their work, and to facilitate the documentation and dissemination of this material within the region and to the international Network.
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    Non-Formal Adult Education as an Entry Point for Community Organisation
    (0000) Ginny; Shrivastava, Om
    This document explores the role of non-formal adult education as a foundational strategy for community organisation. It outlines the definitions, characteristics, and applications of non-formal education, emphasizing its adaptability, cost-effectiveness, and capacity to address diverse learning needs. The narrative further examines the integration of literacy and functional knowledge as tools for community empowerment and development. The document highlights strategies for organising adult education programs, including community involvement, participatory research, and resource preparation. Case studies and examples illustrate the transformative potential of these programs in fostering socio-economic and cultural development.

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