Being empathetic towards the communities we research with is what counts most.

As a qualitative researcher, you are often labelled as either an insider or an outsider. In today’s episode I propose to see insider-outsiderness as a spectrum. I elaborate on the importance to walk the fine line between complete involvement and conscious detachment. Identities are fluid, and so are our roles as insiders and outsiders.

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this. All questions and reflections please send to [email protected].