Sample interview questions: Can you explain your experience in conducting participatory research methods for policy analysis purposes?
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Participatory action research (PAR): Led a PAR project with a community organization to understand the impact of gentrification on affordable housing. Facilitated focus groups, interviews, and community workshops to gather data and develop recommendations for policy changes.
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Participatory budgeting: Served as a consultant for a local government implementing participatory budgeting. Conducted public forums and facilitated budget workshops to help residents develop and prioritize spending proposals.
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Community-based participatory research (CBPR): Partnered with a CBPR team to study the health effects of air pollution in a low-income neighborhood. Conducted surveys, interviews, and focus groups with community members to assess their exposure to air pollution and its impact on their health.
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