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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    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, University of the West Indies, 1982-05) Ellis, Patricia
    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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    Participatory Research in the Caribbean: Principles, Practice, Problems, and Potential
    (Extra-Whiral Studies Unit, University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad, W.I., 1985-03) Harvey, Claudia; Brown, Janet; Ellis, Patricia; Renard, Rosamunde
    This volume addresses participatory research in the Caribbean, focusing on principles, practices, and challenges. It presents case studies and proposals that illustrate participatory research methods applied to rural development and education. The report reflects on the role of communities in defining problems, collecting data, and implementing solutions, emphasizing the value of community-led research for sustainable development in the region.

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