Study Group Sessions

Hey study buddies! Are you looking for a method to more actively include and empower communities within the research process? You’ve come to the right place. This week on Study Group Sessions we’re discussing all things “Participatory Action Research”, and the nuances of using this methodology to advance gender equality in and through education. Joining us for this insightful conversation are:Nelsy Lizarazo Castro, an educator, communicator, activist for non-violence, and General Coordinator of the Latin American Campaign for the Right to Education.Lydia Wilbard, the Executive Director of CAMFED and a seasoned gender equality advocate with over 15 years of experience forging multi-stakeholder partnerships to advance girls’ education and women’s leadership. Tune in to learn more about their KIX research projects, the challenges they’ve faced, the wins they’ve achieved, and their messages to education researchers and funders. Grab some snacks and get comfy for an epic study session.Welcome to Study Group Sessions [0:45]Intro to Participatory Action Research [2:50]Interview with Nelsy Lizarazo Castro and Lydia Wilbard [6:54]Message to Researchers and Research Funders [19:28]Subscribe, rate and review Study Group Sessions on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen.

Hey study buddies! How can researchers work collaboratively with teachers and school leaders to enhance the impact of their projects on the ground? There’s a lot to unpack. This week on Study Group Sessions we’re talking about “Working with Teachers and School Leaders”, and how investing in these partnerships can help advance gender equality in and through education. Joining us for this impactful conversation are:Freda Wolfenden, a Professor of Education and International Development at the Open University UK.Mohammad Ali Zinnah, a Professor in the Institute of Education and Research at the University of Dhaka in Bangladesh. Tune in to learn more about their KIX projects, the challenges they’ve faced, the wins they’ve achieved, and their messages to education researchers and funders. Grab some snacks and get comfy for an epic study session.Intro to Working with Teachers and School Leaders [0:47]Interview with Freda Wolfenden and Mohammad Ali Zinnah [2:53]Message to Researchers and Research Funders [25:24]Reflections on this Season of Study Group Sessions [27:29]Subscribe, rate and review Study Group Sessions on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen.