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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Item Participatory Tools and Techniques: A Resource Kit for Participation and Social Assessment(Social Policy and Resettlement Division, 1998) McCracken , Jennifer Rietbergen; Deepa NarayanParticipatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) evolved from a series of qualitative multidisciplinary approaches to learning about local-level conditions and local peoples' perspectives, including Rapid Rural Appraisal and Agroecosystem Analysis. The pioneers of PRA development have been NGOs and agricultural research organizations, and in recent years the Bank and other donors have begun to adopt PRA-type methods in their work. The term itself is misleading because more and more PRA is being used not only in rural settings (a recent Bank study of urban violence in Jamaica used a range of PRA techniques), and not only for project appraisal. but throughout the project cycle, as well as for ESW (economic and sector work). Indeed, the term PRA is one of many labels for similar participatory assessment approaches, the methodologies of which overlap considerably.Item Report of the International Workshop on PRA, Literacy, and Empowerment(ActionAid Bangladesh; Campaign for Popular Education (CAMPE); Supported by ODA, 1994) Archer, D.; Rahman, M.This report documents the International Workshop on PRA, Literacy, and Empowerment held from November 14 to 17, 1994, in Manikganj, Bangladesh. Hosted by ActionAid Bangladesh and CAMPE, the workshop focused on the REFLECT (Regenerated Freirean Literacy through Empowering Community Techniques) approach, which integrates Freirean theory with Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) methods to enhance literacy and empowerment among adult learners. The workshop included simulations, presentations, and discussions on topics such as gender, literacy, post-literacy, and methods for scaling up REFLECT. Key recommendations and follow-up plans are outlined, including future training courses and network development to further the methodology’s adoption.Item Report on PRA Workshop Held at Bidda Village(UNNATI Organisation for Development Education, 1994-06) Paliwal, Piyush; Panwala, SiddiqThis report provides an account of a Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) workshop organized by UNNATI in Bidda Village, Gujarat, from June 13-17, 1994. Aimed at enhancing local involvement in development initiatives, the workshop introduced PRA as a method for gathering and analyzing grassroots data. Led by resource person Mr. Girish Bhardwaj, the workshop covered PRA techniques such as social mapping, transect work, and priority ranking. Participants engaged in hands-on sessions, and the workshop featured discussions on the advantages of PRA for more inclusive and effective local development.Item Policy Measures, Limitations, and Opportunities of PRA(Concept Publishing Company, New Delhi, 1996) Mukherjee, NeelaThis section of the book provides an in-depth examination of the policy measures, limitations, and potential of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) as a methodology in rural development. Through case studies in selected Indian villages, it explores how PRA can capture community perceptions on poverty and well-being, generate well-being indicators, and engage local populations in designing and implementing development programs. The limitations and challenges of PRA, such as cultural barriers, rapidity concerns, and issues with visual methods, are discussed alongside the need for institutional support and community empowerment.Item Techniques and Use of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) for Sequence Planning in Community-based Research(Save the Children Federation; Institute for Environment and Development, London, 1991) Grady, M. H.; Theis, J.This manual provides a comprehensive guide to applying Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) techniques in sequence for effective planning in rural development. It includes a matrix of techniques, such as wealth ranking, social mapping, problem ranking, and semi-structured interviews, designed to aid researchers and community teams in assessing local needs, perceptions, and socio-economic conditions. Illustrated examples, tips for organizing PRA activities, and visual aids are included to support hands-on training in participatory approaches, encouraging open, inclusive dialogue with community members.Item Participatory Rural Appraisal - A Critique(SEARCH NEWS, 1991) Tandon, RajeshThis document provides a critique of the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) method, which emerged from Rapid Rural Appraisal (RRA). It discusses the implications of these approaches on rural development, with a focus on their use in planning and monitoring development programs. The critique highlights the limitations of PRA, particularly its reliance on rapid and non-statistical data collection methods, and questions the extent to which it serves the local communities' interests. The paper emphasizes the need for deeper understanding and critical analysis of local realities in the development process.Item Perspectives of Poor Women and Men: Lessons for Development Policy-Making and Practice - Some Results from Bangladesh(UNDP Bangladesh, 1996) Mukherjee, NeelaThis paper examines the perspectives of poor women and men on poverty and its alleviation, based on two studies conducted in Bangladesh. Using Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) methodology, the studies provide insights into the views of poor communities regarding their problems, coping strategies, and suggestions for alleviating poverty. The studies cover rural and urban areas of Bangladesh and aim to inform development policy and practice, advocating for the inclusion of grassroots perspectives in policymaking.Item Participatory Method and Rural Knowledge(Concept Publishing Company, New Delhi, 1996) Mukherjee, NeelaThis chapter discusses participatory methods for rural knowledge management and problem-solving, highlighting the role of village analysts and local organizations in participatory research and development. It explores different PRA methods and their applications, detailing how they can facilitate community-led development.