This book underscores the importance of acknowledging community knowledge as legitimate, fostering trust, and integrating oral transmission in academia. It serves as a valuable resource for academics, researchers, and policymakers seeking to cultivate meaningful and sustainable community-university collaborations, contributing to the ongoing efforts in the decolonization and democratization of knowledge.
The book presents ten compelling case studies which encompass community-university research partnerships across various geographical locations, tackling a wide range of societal issues and acknowledging the wealth of knowledge created by local communities.
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