Photovoice is an emerging qualitative research method that engages community members in research, highlighting their lived experiences and driving change.

CKC used the photovoice method during the ” Organisational Capacity Evaluation Session” on 9th May 2024. This technique connected stories from various individuals and partners to assess overall organizational capacities. This session marked the beginning of a three-year research project: Participatory Action Research on Organisational Strengthening (PAROCS), which will be implemented from 2024 to 2026. CKC is committed to conducting this research with technical advice from Australian Volunteers International (AVI) and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and inputs from CKC’s staff, collaborators, and partners. The research is based on the “The Five Capacities Approach,” which includes:

Nearly 20 stakeholders from regulatory bodies, research and educational institutions, partners, and affiliates of CKC participated in the session. Each participant was asked to select a photo reflecting changes in CKC’s capacities. This process was used to analyse CKC’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges. The insights gained from this session are fundamental for CKC to refine and drive forward new initiatives aligned with its enduring values and mission.

(Han Nguyen)