Training for Transformation in Practice

by Anne Hope, Sally Timmel

Training for Transformation is an approach to community organization encompassed in three books which enables people to ‘read their reality and write their own history’ using a combination of group processes, socio-economic analysis and organizational development processes. Since its inception 40 years ago, Training for Transformation has been put into practice in over 60 countries globally. But how have people been using these materials in their communities over this period? Training for Transformation in Practice brings together the experiences of activists who have adapted these materials to their own social and cultural contexts. The book describes the roots of Training for Transformation in people’s struggles in the global South to gain political and economic independence and to overcome poverty. It outlines the theoretical origins of the approach and also includes Impact Assessment Tools, developed by activists who have used the training in their work.The book is inspiring reading for students of adult education and community organizers.

'Training for Transformation in Practice brings together the vivid personal accounts of how a particular method and approach transforms lives. The method combines creatively the “psycho-social” method of Paulo Freire with theories of personal and interpersonal development. The outcome is empowerment and liberation for people.’
Dr Noel Bradley, Social Health Education Project, Cork, Republic of Ireland

‘This volume re-fires popular and community educators with vivid depictions of experiences and methods to inspire new approaches to transforming inequalities. It invites thought-provoking and creative introspection while challenging practices of power. It shows why Training for Transformation has sustained popular educators around the world for over 40 years.’
Shirley Walters, professor of adult and continuing education, University of Western Cape, South Africa

176 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 14, 2014

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