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SUMMARY:2026 Hybrid Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:ACTION RESEARCH NETWORK OF THE AMERICAS\n2026 HYBRID ANNUAL CONFERENCE \nDissolving Barriers: Weaving knowledge in the territories of the Americas \n. . . And Beyond \nSOBRAL\, BRAZIL \nJUNE 16th to 20th\, 2026 \n\nKeynote Speaker\n \nDr. Michel Thiollent is a French-Brazilian sociologist known for his work in action research and\nparticipatory methodologies. He has a long academic career\, primarily in Brazil\, and is the\nauthor of several books on research methodology.\nHis work focuses on qualitative and participatory research methodology\, action research\, and\nthe management of social and educational projects. He is considered an important figure in the\nLatin American tradition of participatory research.\nPublications: He has authored multiple books\, including Metodologia da Pesquisa-Ação\n(Methodology of Action Research)\, which has seen several editions.\nMichel Thiollent's action research approach emphasizes the active participation of the people\nbeing studied\, positioning them as co-researchers rather than passive subjects. It is a flexible\,\nqualitative methodology intended to bridge the gap between theory and practice and drive\nsocial change. \n\n\nRead Bio (EN)\n \n\nRead Bio (ES)\n \n\nRead Bio (PT-BR)\n \n\n  \n\nTravel Information\nVisa Requirements for USA\, Canada\, & Australia.  eVisa Brazil https://evisatravel.org/brazil/ \nApply before May 18\, 2026!  \n\n\nGuia Cearense (PORT)\n \n\nGuia Cearense (ESP)\n \n\nCeará Guide (ENG)\n \n\n\n2026 Conference Committee\n\n\nSponsors\nGold Sponsors \nSilver Sponsors \nBronze Sponsors \nFriend Sponsors \nInstitutional/Conference Sponsors \nConference Sponsors \nNonprofit Sponsors \nPartners
URL:https://arnawebsite.org/event/2026-hybrid-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Centro Universitário UNINTA\, R. Antônio Rodrigues Magalhães\, 359 - Dom Expedito\, Sobral\, Ceará\, 62050-100\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,On-Site
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SUMMARY:Virtual Strategic Plan Reflection
DESCRIPTION:The Action Research Network of the Americas (ARNA) is excited to invite its members to special virtual reflection sessions this August\, marking one full year of strategic planning. These gatherings will bring together members to look back on the roadmap developed throughout ARNA’s planning journey — celebrating progress made\, insights gained\, and the collective vision taking shape. Two times and days are offered to accommodate various time zones.  Whether you’ve been part of the process from the beginning or are eager to learn where ARNA is headed\, this is a meaningful opportunity to connect with fellow members\, engage with the work\, and help shape what comes next.
URL:https://arnawebsite.org/event/virtual-strategic-plan-reflection/2026-08-11/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Strategic Plan Reflection
DESCRIPTION:The Action Research Network of the Americas (ARNA) is excited to invite its members to special virtual reflection sessions this August\, marking one full year of strategic planning. These gatherings will bring together members to look back on the roadmap developed throughout ARNA’s planning journey — celebrating progress made\, insights gained\, and the collective vision taking shape. Two times and days are offered to accommodate various time zones.  Whether you’ve been part of the process from the beginning or are eager to learn where ARNA is headed\, this is a meaningful opportunity to connect with fellow members\, engage with the work\, and help shape what comes next.
URL:https://arnawebsite.org/event/virtual-strategic-plan-reflection/2026-08-18/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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