Sem: Community Engagement and Co-Creation of Knowledge in the Humanities
Von
Jana Otto, Historisches Seminar, Leibniz Universität Hannover
The alumni of Volkswagen Foundation’s Humanities Fellowship under the Initiative ‘Knowledge for Tomorrow: Cooperative Research Projects in Sub-Saharan Africa’ are pleased to announce the first in a series of three summer schools designed for postgraduate students in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
The inaugural summer school, Community Engagement and Co-Creation of Knowledge in the Humanities, will take place at Addis Ababa University from December 15 to 21, 2025. It aims to explore the intersection between community engagement and collaborative knowledge production in the humanities.
About the Summer School
The inaugural summer school, Community Engagement and Co-Creation of Knowledge in the Humanities, will take place at Addis Ababa University from December 15 to 21, 2025. It aims to explore the intersection between community engagement and collaborative knowledge production in the humanities.
Target Audience
- Early-career researchers, including PhD students and Postdocs, with a background in the humanities, social sciences, Engineering, and Natural Sciences.
Why Apply?
Join an immersive learning experience led by distinguished alumni, leading policy practitioners, seasoned researchers, and established academics as they take you through interactive sessions where you will:
- Gain a deep understanding of the principles and practices of community engagement in the humanities, social sciences, engineering, and natural sciences.
- Explore models for co-creating knowledge with communities, emphasizing collaboration, reciprocity, and inclusivity.
- Develop practical skills for engaging with diverse community groups, including ethical considerations and participatory research methodologies.
- Learn strategies for integrating community-based knowledge into academic frameworks and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships between academia and communities.
- Strengthen interdisciplinary collaborations and networks among scholars, practitioners, and community members.
- Acquire tools to design, advocate for, and implement policies supporting community-driven research.
Application Requirements
- A completed application form available on [website/link]).
- A motivation statement (maximum 1000 words).
- A writing sample (a thesis chapter or a draft article).
- Contact details of two academic/professional referees.
Interested applicants should submit the above documents by June 15, 2025:
Funding and Support
Successful applicants will have their travel, accommodation, and other summer school-related expenses covered. For applications and inquiries, please get in touch with the organizers at [email protected] and [email protected]!
