Activists and Researchers: The Triumphs and Pitfalls Of Working Together

Posted by on October 21, 2005

Activists and Researchers: The Triumphs and Pitfalls Of Working Together

Wednesday, November 16, 6 – 9 pm

Panelists:
– Eva Gold, Principal and Senior Research Associate, Research for Action
– Nora Lictash, Executive Director, Womens Community Revitalization Project
– Andi Perez, Executive Director, Youth United for Change
– Manuel Portillo, Executive Director, Open Borders Project

Information can make a powerful case for change. Gleaned from statistics and the experience of neighborhood residents, it can help uncover problems and point to creative solutions. But formally-trained researchers and activist groups often have an uneasy relationship. How have local researchers and activists worked together to define parameters of research based on community needs, gathered information, and evaluated it? How have activists used this research to anchor successful organizing campaigns? What can we learn from their work? Led by panelists with a variety of experience, this interactive evening will address these issues and more.

Registration Information
To register or for more information, call 215.7311.107 x202, e-mail kavita@breadrosesfund.org or go to http://www.breadrosesfund.org/bscs