This year, we're offering TWO formats to suit different needs.
(a) TheWorkshop: The full 5-day workshop includes immersive hands-on work with a local community, allowing participants to practice their learnings in real-time.
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(b) We’re introducing TheWorkshopLite — a 3-day, 4-night experience — covering all classroom sessions, without the fieldwork. Instead, participants can carry out the hands-on component in their own field areas after the workshop and share their learning with the group. Both formats offer a rich, practice-based approach to participatory action research.​
Dates: 10-12 November 2025
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Dates: 10-14 November 2025
​Module: Participatory Action Research
​Location: Ecumenical Christian Centre, Bangalore, India​
Last Date of Application for International Participants: 27 September 2025
Join us at the Ecumenical Christian Centre, Bangalore nestled amidst lush greenery and expansive open spaces, this serene space offers the perfect setting for reflection and learning!
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Dates: 10-14 November & 10-12 November 2025
Participate in enriching sessions designed to inspire and equip you with new skills and perspectives. Spend one full day and night in the field, engaging in hands-on activities and gaining practical insights.
This year, the workshop will the Participatory Action Research (PAR) module, which will include a health research focus, and be rooted in community-led, practice-based learning.
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​For those who choose TheWorkshop (FULL 5 days) will include hands-on fieldwork sessions, allowing you to apply and experiment with the tools and techniques you learn in a real-world context. As we champion the ethos of meaningful community participation, expect to witness and engage in discussions that showcase the diverse ways communities can play a pivotal role in shaping all facets of development work.
Embark on a transformative journey with us as we proudly announce the 27th edition of our flagship
Participatory Workshop in Bangalore!
Participatory Action Research
(highlighting the health research context)
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Objective: To introduce the foundations of participatory research and equip participants with approaches to action-oriented inquiry grounded in community knowledge and leadership. The module will also explore health research as a theme in PAR and include session on participatory methods and approaches.
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What to Expect:
This module will explore the core principles of Participatory Action Research, including co-designing research with communities, building collective analysis, and linking research to action. Participants will engage with tools and frameworks that centre participation, reflection, and transformation. This year, the module includes a special focus on health research - looking at how participatory research can be used to understand and respond to health challenges in community contexts. Ideal for researchers, practitioners, and community organisers seeking to shift power in how knowledge is produced and used.
Fees
TheWorkshop* (5 days, inclusive of field visit)
Fees:
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For Indian participants: Rs. 33,000
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For International Participants (Low/Middle Income Countries~): €650
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For International Participants: €750
​*TheWorkshop (with field visit) will only be run if we have a minimum of 15 participants signed up.
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TheWorkshop Lite (3 days)
Fees:
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For Indian participants: Rs. 19,800
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For International Participants (Low/Middle Income Countries~): €390
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For International Participants: €490
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(~ https://www.un.org/en/development/desa/policy/wesp/wesp_current/2014wesp_country_classification.pdf) Low-Middle income countries as listed in Table E.
Note: If the candidate works in a developed country (Listed in Table A: Developed economies) or the organisation paying for the candidate is located in this list of developed economies, the candidate will not be eligible for this discount. For instance, a Bangladeshi national working in The United States of America would not be eligible for this discount. ​​​
Note:
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The fees will cover tuition, accommodation and meals as well as travel for field work for all participants during the workshop.
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The mentioned fees includes the cost for double occupancy room. Limited Single Occupancy rooms are available at an additional cost (more details in the registration form).
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Participants are responsible for making their own arrangements for travel, visa and insurance. The organisers will provide necessary letters as required for visa purposes.
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NOTE: Participation will be confirmed only upon sharing receipt of registration fee.
Payment Method: Electronic Transfer. || Write to us at info@theworkshop.in once you have registered here
Cancellation Policy
​​In case of cancellations before 20 days prior to the start of the workshop, the full fee will be returned after the deduction of transaction charges. If the cancellation request comes within 20 days of the workshop, Praxis reserves the right to withhold 25% of the fee for Administrative and Opportunity costs and transaction charges. To avoid this, you can avail of the option of substituting your participation with an alternate participant with a similar background.
Offers
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For 10 participants from the same organisation, the 11th participant can participate for Free!
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For 5 participants from the same organisation, the 6th will get a 50% discount on the fees!
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(Note: Only one offer scheme can be availed of at a time)
Scholarships
The Madhura Pandit Scholarship is offered in memory of a committed and diligent Praxian, Madhura. This scholarship covers the workshop fee for one participant.​
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Indian national
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Belonging to Dalit/Muslim/Tribal community
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Working at the grass-roots level in rural/urban areas in a social development related sector
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​​For further details about the scholarship email us at info@theworkshop.in
The Anindo Banerjee Scholarship is offered in memory of our beloved colleague, friend and co-traveller, Anindo.This scholarship covers the workshop fee for one participant.​
​​Eligibility Criteria for nomination:
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Indian national
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Belonging to Dalit/Muslim/Tribal community
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Working at the grass-roots level in rural/urban areas in a social development related sector
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​​For further details about the scholarship email us at info@theworkshop.in