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"I came, I saw, I conquered": reflections on participating in a PhotoVoice project.

Authors :
Barry, Jennifer
Monahan, Christine
Ferguson, Sharon
Lee, Kelley
Kelly, Ruth
Monahan, Mark
Murphy, Rebecca
Gibbons, Patrick
Higgins, Agnes
Source :
Journal of Mental Health Training, Education & Practice; 2021, Vol. 16 Issue 4, p257-268, 12p
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to provide first-hand reflective narratives from participants of their involvement in the overall process, with particular reference to the benefits and challenges of engagement. Design/methodology/approach: Five participants agreed to write a reflective piece of approximately 500 words on their involvement in the PhotoVoice project. Findings: The reflective narratives in this paper demonstrate the personal and professional benefits of sustained and meaningful engagement, while challenges such as power imbalances, identity management, time and cost commitments are discussed. Practical implications: PhotoVoice is a methodology that has the potential to democratise knowledge production and dissemination. Originality/value: There are scant examples in the PhotoVoice literature of the inclusion of participants involvement in dissemination activities. The reflective narratives in this paper demonstrate the personal and professional benefits of sustained and meaningful engagement, while challenges such as power imbalances, identity management, time and cost commitments are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17556228
Volume :
16
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Mental Health Training, Education & Practice
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
151584855
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1108/JMHTEP-07-2020-0052