Creation of a Research Methodology to Guide Durable, Community-Owned Solutions

To address the shortfalls of peace interventions and provide insights on the specific challenges faced by societies in post-conflict situations, a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach is developed and launched across contexts of intervention.

The methodology is defined by the principle of inclusive participation, local ownership, community-based problem identification, and the gathering of relevant data. The PAR approach thus takes a step away from classical research, providing an alternative to traditional expert-driven and top-down ways of working. The approach enables the creation of insights and analysis to efficiently strengthen local capacities, pave the way for consensus-based decision-making, and prioritise practical policymaking. With adaptations over the years, the PAR methodology remains foundational to Interpeace’s work even today.