Women and Adult Non-Formal Education: The Use of Participatory Methods in a Community-Based Adult Education Programme in Rose Hall, St. Vincent
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1982-05
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Women and Development Unit (WAND), Extra Mural Department, University of the West Indies
Abstract
This document explores the integration of participatory methods in non-formal education programmes to empower women and foster community development in Rose Hall, St. Vincent. The initiative, led by the Women and Development Unit (WAND), emphasizes skill-building, self-reliance, and addressing community-specific challenges such as unemployment, literacy, and agricultural marketing. The project highlights the effectiveness of participatory learning in enhancing the self-confidence and capabilities of rural women while involving the community in identifying problems and planning actionable solutions.
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The report details the participatory training workshops, community needs assessments, and the outcomes of implementing adult education programmes in Rose Hall. The document also discusses the methodology of integrating community input through surveys and role-playing, along with the challenges and successes of promoting literacy and self-development in a rural Caribbean setting.
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Women in Development, Non-Formal Education, Participatory Methods, Community-Based Programmes, Adult Literacy, Rose Hall, St. Vincent
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Ellis, P. (1982). Women and Adult Non-Formal Education: The Use of Participatory Methods in a Community-Based Adult Education Programme in Rose Hall, St. Vincent. Women and Development Unit (WAND), Extra Mural Department, UWI.