Using Participatory Methods to Foster Inclusion for Women in Engineering
Title: Using Participatory Methods to Foster Inclusion for Women in Engineering
When: October 21, 2022 from 2:00 PM- 3:30 PM (Eastern Time)
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Facilitators: Dr. Brittany Arthur, Dr. Batsheva (Sheva) Guy
Abstract
Participatory methods involve an approach to research, program development, and action planning in a way that captures diverse voices and involves stakeholders in the development, implementation, and dissemination of work. In this workshop, we will demonstrate unique ways to implement participatory methods in multiple settings in order to foster a more inclusive and innovative environment, while producing impactful output and programs.
Learning objectives
At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Identify the key tenets of participatory research
- Define what characterizes a participatory method
- Describe the processes and characteristics of three distinct participatory methods (Future Creating Workshop, Photovoice, and Group-Level Assessment)
- Analyze an issue in their organization that can be addressed via participatory methodology
- Design their own Group-Level Assessment and develop a series of prompts
Video Recording
Resources
- “I Am Not Alone “I Am Not Alone”: Impact of Participating in a Group-Level Assessment for Undergraduate Women Engineering Students
- Impact of COVID-19 on a Participatory Action Research Project: Group-Level Assessments with Undergraduate Women in Engineering
- “No, I’m not the secretary”: Using participatory methods to explore women engineering students experiences on co-op
Facilitators
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Dr. Brittany Arthur currently serves as an associate professor at the University of Cincinnati in the Division of Experience Based Learning and Career Education, where she oversees cooperative education (co-op) experiences for engineering students. Dr. Arthur prides herself on being a participatory action researcher, specifically using a feminist approach to ensure the voices of the marginalized are heard. Her research focuses on exploring co-op experiences of women engineering students, using feminist participatory action research. The goal of her research is to support institutions and employers in creating inclusive environments for marginalized populations. Dr. Arthur is passionate about participatory methods, more specifically utilizing these approaches to strengthen the conversation around equity and inclusion. LinkedIn |
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Dr. Batsheva (Sheva) Guy is a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Professional, Educator, Participatory Action Researcher, and Program Developer. She is the current a Higher education consulting senior associate with Huron. Dr. Guy’s professional interests revolve around utilizing participatory and community-based methods to engage and support racially and ethnically diverse groups and women in the workplace. Her research interests include equity and inclusion in higher education, particularly using feminist participatory methods to promote the retention of women students and faculty in STEM fields through program development. LinkedIn |