Haines Lyon, Charlotte ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8341-744X, Clare, Isobel, Holmes, Amy and Dobson, Tom ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5354-9150 (2024) Navigating Co-creation in Participatory Ethnographic Youth Research: Flexibility, Intensity, and an Ethical Path Towards Meaningful Collaboration. In: Sage Methods. SAGE (Submitted)

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Abstract

This chapter presents a case study of the "Re-imagining Door 84" project, a participatory ethnographic research initiative conducted in collaboration with Door 84, a local youth and community centre in York. Researchers from York St John University collaborated with young people, empowering them to design and implement their own research projects. Using methods such as surveys, interviews, and mapping exercises, the young researchers explored community relations and envisioned future possibilities for Door 84. Central to this project was the emphasis on ethical co-creation and genuine collaboration, fostering an inclusive environment where youth autonomy and agency were prioritised.
The chapter highlights the dynamic nature of informed consent, illustrating how trust-building through ‘deep hanging out’ allowed participants to engage and disengage on their own terms. This fluid participation not only respected the young researchers' autonomy but also enriched the research process, leading to more authentic and meaningful contributions. Insights from this project extend beyond Door 84, offering a broader understanding of effective participatory ethnographic research with young people.
Reflecting on the project's challenges and successes, the chapter underscores the importance of flexibility, ethical engagement, and responsiveness in research. It demonstrates the potential of participatory ethnographic research to engage positively with communities, guided by social justice and ethical principles, empowering young voices and ensuring their perspectives are represented in community narratives.

Item Type:	Book Section
Status:	Submitted
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) L Education > L Education (General)
School/Department:	School of Education, Language and Psychology
URI:	https://ray.yorksj.ac.uk/id/eprint/11131

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