PLEASE NOTE: This is a hybrid event and will take place in-person as well as on Zoom.
Fundamental to any research endeavour is the positionality and relationality of the inquirer, in terms of a person’s worldview and the political and social context of the research. The context embraces multiple fields including the sites in which knowledge is accrued and disseminated, of which academia has a significant place. The panellists share an interest and history of conducting research in the Pacific region, including Australia. They bring their own unique perspectives and experiences to bear in their work and to the discussion. This seminar is an opportunity to explore and consider the meaning and understandings of positionality and relationality, and reflect upon the challenging nature of fostering and undertaking ethical and considered research.
Chair
Soli Middleby is an author, accredited Partnership Broker and Director of Coconuts and Kurrajongs. She has lived and worked across the Pacific Region for the last 20 years, representing Australia as a diplomat and supporting Pacific-led development through partnerships approaches with AusAID, DFAT, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and as the CEO of the Australia Pacific Training Coalition. She is currently a PHD Candidate with the University of Adelaide and Massey University, exploring Pacific Regionalism.
