Methods Taster - Doing Fieldwork in Challenging Environments

Abstract

Instructor: Vera Axyonova No pre-registration required – just drop in on the day. This taster session introduces an online course focused on conducting field research in challenging environments, including closed authoritarian regimes and areas affected by violent conflict and war. The course offers practical training on a wide range of topics, such as assessing and mitigating risks, applying common field research methods, managing data, addressing ethical considerations, understanding positionality, and preparing for return visits to the field. This format provides an opportunity to gain a clearer understanding of the core principles of field research, the course's objectives, and the key tools and approaches it covers. The session includes a 30-minute lecture by the course instructor, followed by a 15-minute Q&A.