Full Description
Can we truly address poverty without centring the voices of those who live it? Bringing together voices from academia, grassroots activism, NGOs and the UK voluntary sector, this timely and accessible book explores how participatory approaches to activism can drive genuine, inclusive change.
Through short, focused chapters, the authors critically unpack the contested definitions of 'co-production', 'participation' and 'lived experience' while showcasing practice models from across the globe. Their practical reflections highlight what ethical, impactful collaboration looks like in action.
Led by an established voice in lived-experience anti-poverty activism, this book offers practical insight and principled guidance for anyone seeking to build fairer, more inclusive systems - where those most affected are not only heard, but are leading the way.
Contents
PART I: A global human rights perspective on lived experience activism - Kartik Raj
1. Introduction: Co-produced activism with people who have lived experience of poverty - Katy Goldstraw
2. RAPAR: a human rights approach to lived experience activism - Rahwa Beyene Gebretatios, Alimany Bangura, Rhetta Ann Moran, Amy Marsden and Gráinne McMahon
3. Ethical and collaborative entanglements in creative co-production: photography and the politics of representation - Rebecca Nunes
4. Co-produced participatory lived experience activism through the eyes of the African philosophy of Ubuntu - Robert Chigangaidze
5. Valuing people: how to thank 'experts by experience' for their time and expertise - Rachel Krengel
6. ATD Fourth World: participatory action research - Tom Croft
PART II: Poverty is real - Funmilayo Olaniyan
7. Taking Voice Seriously: addressing poverty with lived experience with APLE Collective - Patricia Bailey, Lynne Ball, Alimany Bangura, Christopher Burns, Amanda Button, Eva Carrillo Roas, Tom Croft, Corrina Eastwood, Dylan Eastwood, Katy Goldstraw, Lara Groves, Justina Heffton, Thomas Mayes, Ryan McMurdo, Caroline Mockford, Philip Parkes, Annon Pedro, Steven Porter, Tracy Porter and Brian Scott
8. Poverty Truth Network: relationships, relationships, relationships - Sam Crowe, Andrew Grinnell, Martin Johnstone, Carrie-Anne Mizen, Erin Simmons, Kidi Teklemariam and Joanna Young
9. Joseph Rowntree Foundation: learning with the Grassroots Poverty Action Group - Aleks Collingwood, Katy Goldstraw, Melanie Lock, Maria McCauley, Kirsten Nott, Stephen Tamblin, Nadine Travers and Emma Wincup
10. Trussell: developing a participation strategy with people who have lived experience of food banks - David Coffin
11. Church Action on Poverty: participatory approaches to addressing poverty with lived experience - Niall Cooper
12. Co-operative Councils Innovation Network: co-operating against poverty in Rochdale - Helen Davies
13. Biddulph Town Council: Biddulph works together - Sarah Haydon and Jill Salt
14. Conclusion - Katy Goldstraw, Robert Chigangaidze, David Coffin, Helen Davies, Rachel Krengel, Helena MacDonald, Gráinne McMahon, Rebecca Nunes, Valerie McKie, Annon Pedro and Jill Salt
Epilogue: WE can END poverty - Valerie McKie
