Organizing Committee of the World Congresses2024-12-052024-12-051997http://192.9.200.215:4000/handle/123456789/288The document outlines the key objectives and outcomes of the 4th and 8th World Congresses on Action Research, Action Learning, and Process Management, and Participatory Action-Research. It discusses the historical development of these methodologies and their relevance to addressing global social, economic, and environmental challenges. It emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary efforts, collective action, and inclusive dialogue to drive positive change in society. The congresses were a platform for scholars, activists, and practitioners to reflect on the role of participatory approaches in shaping more equitable and just societies.The 4th World Congress on Action Research, Action Learning, and Process Management, along with the 8th World Congress on Participatory Action-Research (PAR), held in Cartagena, Colombia, in 1997, focused on addressing global issues such as poverty, migration, maldevelopment, and racism through participatory methods. The congress aimed to break the positivist hold on science by promoting knowledge production by and with the people for social transformation. The discussions covered participatory approaches to learning, evaluation, and action in various sectors like education, government, and business, emphasizing the importance of global collaboration to solve pressing issues. The congress also explored how participatory methods could be integrated into various fields to foster justice, equity, and cultural diversity, with a focus on the convergence of intellectual and practical trends across regions.enAction ResearchAction LearningProcess ManagementParticipatory Action-ResearchKnowledge ProductionSocial JusticePovertyMigrationEnvironmental IssuesGlobal CollaborationOther