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AuthorHammad S.
AuthorAlunni A.
AuthorAlkhas T.
Available date2020-03-18T10:47:15Z
Publication Date2019
Publication NameAction Research
ResourceScopus
ISSN14767503
URIhttp://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1476750318759778
URIhttp://hdl.handle.net/10576/13405
AbstractThis paper argues that an evidence-based approach to advocacy led by and targeting women could amplify women's positioning in the political and economic realms. Participatory Action Research is examined as a process for mobilisation, coalition-building and evidence-based advocacy and action, through a case study of a multi-country British Council supported programme that incorporated an action research approach.1 Drawing from the experiences and perceptions of its participants, it offers reflective insights into the theory and practice of action research and its empowerment potential. The findings confirm a widespread support for the use of Participatory Action Research as a starting point for stronger advocacy work, showing its positive transformative effects on individuals, groups and coalition. Participatory Action Research contributes to evidence-based advocacy that is more relevant and inclusive, and arguably empowering for women advocates.
SponsorPractitioners learned by doing with coaching support from INTRAC both virtual and face-to-face, while the British Council coordinated and supported the country teams. This included country-based as well as regional training and mentoring sessions across all stages of the research and advocacy.
Languageen
PublisherSAGE Publications Ltd
SubjectAction research
empowerment
methodology
Middle East and North Africa
participation
transformative
TitleReflections on the potential (and limits) of action research as ethos, methodology and practice: A case study of a women's empowerment programme in the Middle East
TypeArticle
Pagination162-185
Issue Number2
Volume Number17
dc.accessType Open Access


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