This book bridges a major gap in knowledge by considering, through a range of reflexive chapters from different disciplinary backgrounds, both theoretical and practical issues relating to community research methodologies. The international contributors consider a number of key epistemological, ontological and methodological questions. They explore what community peer research means in a range of settings, for a range of people, for the quality of data and subsequent findings, and for the production of rigorous social research. The collection will also stimulate thinking about how methodological advancement can be made in the field. It is the first book of its kind to combine practical and methodological reflections with clearly presented recommendations about how the approach can be used. Presenting the latest thinking in the field and providing summaries, case studies and review questions, 'Community research for participation' will be invaluable to students, researchers, academics and practitioners who aim to place community members at the centre of their research.

About the Author
Lisa Goodson is a lecturer at the Institute of Applied Social Studies, University of Birmingham, UK. Alongside extensive experience working with community groups, she teaches and manages research relating to new migration and integration, and specialises in qualitative research methodologies. Jenny Phillimore is senior lecturer at the Institute of Applied Social Studies and Third Sector Research Centre, University of Birmingham. She has researched and published widely in the field of new migration, qualitative methods and small-scale community action.

Reviews
"Goodson and Phillimore have collated a comprehensive and timely volume into the nature of community research that highlights the benefits of working with and in communities." LSE Review of Books
"A usefull and far reaching discussion drawing on a wide range of practice/research illustrations" Carol Packham, MMU
"This text cleverly negotiates through community research dealing with theoretical, ethical and practical issues in an engageing manner" Stuart Agnew, University Campus Suffolk
"It is invaluable when practitioners produce reflections on experiences of undertaking their craft, and this volume is no exception. With a series of illuminating chapters covering a range of topics, this will be of value to those engaged in the field of community research." Tim May, co-director, Centre for Sustainable Urban and Regional Futures, University of Salford, UK



Book Information
ISBN 9781847424358
Author Lisa Goodson
Format Paperback
Page Count 384
Imprint Policy Press
Publisher Policy Press