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SWDTP Seminar Series: The Many Faces of Activist Research
April 19, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This seminar series explores theoretical, methodological, and practical tools for conducting what can be broadly defined as “activist research”. This is a form of research that challenges the traditional separation between theory/action, academy/society and is committed to producing knowledge grounded in and generative of social and material changes in particular places. There are many ways in which the intersection between these domains is understood and practiced: from “scholar-activism” and “militant research”, to “community experiments” and “participatory-action-research” and more. Through a reflective and inquisitive approach toward the concepts of research and activism, this series seeks to unfold the plurality of ways in which we can understand and engage in research-activism.
Across a series of four events, we hope to foster critical discussions and nurture a supportive and inclusive environment where collaborative networks can be forged. We will engage with the work of both established and early career researchers, as well as representatives from outside of the university, to consider the diverse ways in which research and activism intersect and the opportunities, challenges, possibilities and impossibilities it raises.
Each Zoom webinar will feature short presentations from three speakers and will have a chance for audience questions and answers. Please join us for what we hope to be a set of stimulating and generative discussions.
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