This workshop is a brief introduction to Participatory Action Research (PAR) and Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR). It is intended for graduate students and faculty members wanting to better understand this type of research and how it differs from other methodologies. Focusing on the implementation of PAR/FPAR rather than the theory, the workshop is split into four parts: an overview of PAR/FPAR principles and objectives, an example of a FPAR study conducted with the photovoice method, a Q&A, and a redesign activity. The redesign activity invites attendees to conceptually redesign a research project they are familiar with into a PAR/FPAR version of the project. Prompts, small group discussions, and targeted feedback will guide attendees’ reflections around what conducting PAR/FPAR research entails, both for researchers and participants.
Lysanne holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a master of arts in Child Study, and a PhD in Educational Studies. She cumulates over 15 years of experience in project management, research, and consultancy in Canada, Africa, and Asia. With a strong background in participatory research, she is particularly interested in novel methodologies that engage participants in both reflective and dynamic ways to tackle health, social, environmental, and economic issues. Her multidisciplinary background has led her to conduct research projects covering a broad scope of topics, including responsible innovation in health, artificial intelligence, environmental sustainability, gender, mental health, and education.
She is co-author of the book Responsible Innovation in Health: Concepts and tools for sustainable impact (Lehoux, Rivard, and Silva, 2022) which equips health innovators to develop inclusive and sustainable solutions to pressing 21st century challenges. The versatility of her research career is reflected in her peer-reviewed publications where she strives to produce practice-oriented and impactful research.
