Title
What Ignites and Sustains Activism: Exploring Participatory Competence
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-2-2015
Journal / Book Title
Journal of Progressive Human Services
Abstract
Qualitative methods were employed to investigate processes and competencies experienced by self-described activists, who represent social welfare and civil rights causes in a single northeastern state. In the tradition of phenomenological research, a small number (eight participants) was secured, and in-depth interviews were conducted. Analysis of interview data explored pathways into—and maintenance of—activist orientation. Within this sample, it was determined that activism contextualizes a long-term empowering process and contributes to participatory competence among study participants. The authors argue that this framework is useful for social work educators to facilitate empowerment through activism for students.
DOI
10.1080/10428232.2015.1063349
MSU Digital Commons Citation
Forenza, Bradley and Germak, Andrew J., "What Ignites and Sustains Activism: Exploring Participatory Competence" (2015). Department of Social Work and Child Advocacy Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works. 143.
https://digitalcommons.montclair.edu/social-work-and-child-advocacy-facpubs/143
Published Citation
Forenza, B., & Germak, A. J. (2015). What ignites and sustains activism: Exploring participatory competence. Journal of Progressive Human Services, 26(3), 229-245.