I Wish This Were a Poem of Practices of Participatory Research
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2000
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Sage Publications
Abstract
This chapter explores the global evolution of participatory action research (PAR), drawing on the author's experiences in Tanzania during the 1960s and 1970s. It traces the influence of Afro-centric and Latin American traditions, highlighting the role of community-based organizations and non-governmental institutions in fostering socially transformative research practices. The chapter acknowledges the intellectual contributions of Julius Nyerere, Paulo Freire, Marja-Liisa Swantz, Orlando Fals Borda, and Rajesh Tandon. Through personal reflections, the author examines the ideological and methodological underpinnings of PAR, emphasizing its commitment to empowering marginalized communities through social investigation, education, and action.
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The chapter sheds light on the origins and challenges of participatory research within politically engaged and community-based settings. It details the author's early influences, including his work at the University of Dar es Salaam and the philosophical guidance of Tanzania’s Ujamaa and Self-Reliance movements. Contributions from international networks and collaborators such as the International Participatory Research Network are also discussed, showcasing the collective efforts to redefine research methodologies for equitable development.
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Participatory Action Research, Adult Education, Community-Based Research, Social Movements, Julius Nyerere, Paulo Freire, Ujamaa Philosophy
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Hall, B. L. (2000). I Wish This Were a Poem of Practices of Participatory Research. Sage Publications.