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 Literacy and Development(1988-12)Item Siera Leone Partners Project Report to The XIITH Adult Aducation Conference, Berlin, Germany 4th-5th May 2006(2006-05-04) Koroma, Peter OItem Education for All as Determined by the Few?(Society for Participatory Research in Asia, 1989-12) Tandon, RajeshIn this brief, note based on our experiences in examining these documents, debating and discussing them in several forums, the issues raised by many independent educationists, researchers and non-governmental organisations have been briefly outlined.Item Participatory Research for Adult Education and Literacy: Guidelines for Practitioners(International Council for Adult Education (ICAE), 1980-08) Tandon, Rajesh; Barndt, Deborah; Schutter, Anton de; Mustafa, Kemal; Wessel, Mathias; Hall, Budd LThis document outlines guidelines for participatory research in adult education and literacy, emphasizing learner participation in the conception, implementation, and evaluation of programs. It stems from the deliberations at the International Forum on Participatory Research (April 1980) in Ljubljana, Yugoslavia, sponsored by UNESCO and the International Council for Adult Education (ICAE). These guidelines synthesize contributions from international practitioners and provide a framework for promoting participatory research as an approach to socio-economic development and educational empowerment.Item Non-Formal Adult Education as an Entry Point for Community Organisation(0000) Ginny; Shrivastava, OmThis 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.Item उमरा - साक्षरता के विकास तक(सेवा मन्दिर, 1980) सिंह, मनोहरयह रिपोर्ट सैरलाड़ा पंचायत में 1978-79 के दौरान आयोजित साक्षरता कार्यक्रम का विस्तृत विवरण प्रस्तुत करती है। सेवा मन्दिर द्वारा प्रारंभ किए गए इस कार्यक्रम का उद्देश्य ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में साक्षरता और शिक्षा को प्रोत्साहित करना था। इसमें स्थानीय युवाओं और अन्य हितधारकों को शामिल करते हुए 150 प्रौढ़ शिक्षा केंद्र स्थापित किए गए, जिनके माध्यम से 4500 लोगों को लाभान्वित करने का लक्ष्य रखा गया। रिपोर्ट में उमरा गांव में सेवा मन्दिर के संपर्क और वहां के सामाजिक-आर्थिक और भौगोलिक परिदृश्य का वर्णन भी शामिल है। इसके अलावा, परियोजना की चुनौतियों, उपलब्धियों और प्रभावों पर भी प्रकाश डाला गया है।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 African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, Mzumbe, 2nd - 7th July, 1979: Lead Paper No. 4(1979-07-02) Ulzen, EdwardThis report captures the discussions from the African Regional Workshop on Participatory Research, held from July 2nd to 7th, 1979 in Mzumbe. The workshop focused on participatory research methods, theory and practice, and case studies in African adult education. The report includes a debate on the physical constraints faced by the workshop and the differing perspectives on the Lead Papers presented. Notable discussions were held on the status of adult education in Africa, with special attention to curriculum development, research, and the challenges posed by political and economic contexts. The workshop also highlighted key programs funded by international agencies, such as the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and the German Government, and proposed future research and educational programs for African universities.