A Case Study of Participatory Research Among Farmer-Settlers in Southern Philippines
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1980-04
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International Investigative Forum on Participatory Research, Yugoslavia
Abstract
This case study examines participatory research as a tool in rural organizing among farmer-settlers in a village in Southern Philippines. The settlers, migrant farmers from Central Philippines, faced land disputes after clearing and cultivating forested areas. This research highlights the socio-economic challenges, land rights issues, and the impact of participatory methods in empowering communities for collective action. The study explores the process and outcomes of participatory research embedded in a rural organizer training program, emphasizing the role of data gathering for community action.
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The research outlines the economic, political, and social dynamics in a settler village, focusing on the historical struggle for land ownership against corporate interests. It details the phases of a rural organizer training program, including preliminary surveys, community analysis, and organizing strategies. This case study underscores the importance of participatory methods for empowering marginalized communities and promoting self-reliant development.
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Participatory Research, Farmer-Settlers, Land Rights, Rural Development, Community Organizing, Southern Philippines
Citation
Belamide, E. A Case Study of Participatory Research Among Farmer-Settlers in Southern Philippines. International Investigative Forum on Participatory Research, Yugoslavia.