1st Edition

Participatory Action Research in Post-Colonial Contexts Decolonial Approaches for Sustainable Social Change, Community Empowerment, and Equity

By Bunmi Isaiah Omodan Copyright 2026
136 Pages 1 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

136 Pages 1 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

136 Pages 1 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Participatory Action Research in Post-Colonial Contexts provides a comprehensive exploration of Participatory Action Research (PAR) as a transformative methodology uniquely suited to post-colonial contexts, explicitly addressing the ongoing impact of colonial legacies and systemic inequalities in knowledge production and social change. Integrating critical theory, methodological insights, and... Read more

1. Introduction to Participatory Action Research  2. Decolonising Research Through PAR  3. Ethical Considerations and Power Dynamics in PAR  4. Case Studies: PAR in Action  5. Challenges and Opportunities in Implementing PAR  6. Impact Assessment and Measuring Social Change Through PAR  7. Future Directions for PAR in Post-Colonial Contexts

Biography

Bunmi Isaiah Omodan is an NRF-rated researcher at the University of the Free State, South Africa, holding dual PhDs in Education Management and Leadership, and Governance and Political Transformation. Recognised for excellence in research productivity and awarded the Vice Chancellor’s Research Award, Prof Omodan is editor-in-chief of two accredited journals and serves on several editorial boards.