Welcome 

to the annual conference of the Collaborative Action Research Network (CARN) 2015! 

 

On behalf of the Organising Committee, I cordially invite you to the CARN Conference 2015 to be held in the historic city of Braga, Portugal, from 6-8 November 2015.

 

The theme of the conference Action Research Across Disciplinary Settings: Challenges for change and empowerment will enable the discussion and celebration of our diverse topics, roles and professional contexts.

 

We welcome contributions from those working in and with schools, colleges, universities and vocational education; in health promotion, nursing and palliative care; in social work and community development; in workplace and environmental development and in all other communities committed to improving social justice within our practices through Action Research.

We wish to include the different voices and understandings in Action Research taking a multidimensional and multi-perspective approach.

 

The historic city of Braga is more than two thousand years old but with a dynamic and modern atmosphere. One of the most beautiful cities in Portugal, Braga is known for its Roman remains, its baroque churches and splendid 18th century houses. Whilst the old city is resplendent in its antiquity, industry and commerce have brought to it a vibrant life style, with its universities, modern neighbourhoods, bars and restaurants.

 

While you are in Braga, take the opportunity to explore the city and its surroundings.

 

I am looking forward to seeing you in Braga.

Maria Assunção Flores, Chair of the Organising Committee