Empowering learning for just and peaceful societies

Empowering Learning for Just and Peaceful Societies

Unity through Communication: Juan’s Journey with Co-Inspira

Unity through Communication: Juan’s Journey with Co-Inspira Versión en español, ver abajo In El Tambo, Juan Esteban Uribe Garcia, a facilitator within the Co-Inspira project, shares a dynamic perspective on the transformative impact of this initiative on their community. Juan is a graphic designer, and his work has been influenced and motivated by music, theater, […]

Navigating Peacebuilding Paths in Cauca: Leidy’s Journey with Co-Inspira

Navigating Peacebuilding Paths in Cauca: Leidy’s Journey with Co-Inspira Versión en español, ver abajo Leidy Guaca, a political science graduate from the Universidad del Cauca, contributes to the Co-Inspira Team as a facilitator in the Cauca region, Colombia. Coordinating four research circles within the project – environmental research, knowledge sharing (women’s circle), entrepreneurship, and strengthening […]

Transforming Lives in Colombia: Yaneth’s Journey with Co-Inspira

Transforming Lives in Colombia: Yaneth’s Journey with Co-Inspira Versión en español, ver abajo Social leader and Human Rights defender Yaneth Perez is a delegate of the Territorial Council of Peace and Reconciliation, the Advisory Council of Women, and the Federation of Victims of Cauca and a facilitator accompanying systemic action research circles within the Co-Inspira […]

Empowering Communities for Positive Change: Mauricio’s Journey with Co-Inspira

Empowering Communities for Positive Change: Mauricio’s Journey with Co-Inspira Versión en español, ver abajo In the department of Cauca, Colombia, our transformative initiative, the Co-Inspira program is quietly making waves. Mauricio Guevara is a co-researcher and facilitator of the Systemic Action Research methodology for the program in the municipality of El Tambo. He currently helps […]

Introductory Video on Participatory Action Research

Participatory Action Research is a methodology that enables those most affected by conflict and development challenges to take the lead in learning, mobilising, and taking direct action to improve their own lives. It is one methodology offering a more ethical, endogenous, resilient, and impactful approach to international development. The following course is a free introduction to this methodology and its application in Myanmar.

Guidance for Participatory Action Research 

Participatory Action Research (PAR) is an integral part of Systemic Action Research. It involves engaging diverse groups over time to analyze evidence, generate theories of change, implement innovative solutions, and evaluate outcomes. PAR groups focus on self-help, advocacy, and institutional development, aiming to scale the impact of their actions and promote equitable participation. Trust building, local evidence gathering, and facilitation play crucial roles in the PAR process.

Guidance for Life story Analysis in Systemic Action Research

Prepared for Adapt Peacebuilding Colombia, Feb. 2021. Systemic action research involves collecting 100-300+ life stories for analysis. Community researchers gather stories, and the process includes mapping causal factors, identifying patterns, and discussing interventions. The workshop spans 4-5 days and covers skills training, story analysis, creating system maps, identifying actions, and planning for action research groups.

Guidance on the Collection of Life Stories in Systemic Action Research

Life story collection is a vital method in Systemic Action Research. Participants share personal experiences to understand issues, causes, and opportunities. Stories provide valuable insights, highlighting patterns, causalities, and diverse impacts. Collectors should create a comfortable environment, ask open-ended questions, and actively listen. Ethical considerations, consent, and confidentiality are crucial.

Research on the Factors that Enable and Inhibit Adaptive Programming (Christian Aid Ireland)

“The Difference Learning Makes: Factors that Enable and Inhibit Adaptive Programming” is an article by Christian Aid Ireland that explores the factors that enable or inhibit adaptive programming in international development. It highlights the importance of adaptive programming for achieving sustainable and effective development outcomes and identifies key factors that promote or hinder it. With the world facing complex challenges, this article offers valuable insights for organizations and practitioners seeking to promote continuous learning and innovation in international development.”