Critical Social Participatory Action Research for Conscientization: Pedagogies and Findings from Xochimilco

A critical participatory action research project in Xochimilco, Mexico, demonstrates the potential of conscientization to preserve cultural heritage while fostering economic inclusion. By employing co-constructed knowledge and relational dialogue, researchers dismantled power differentials and created inclusive learning spaces. The study highlights how critical pedagogies can bridge gaps between academic research and community engagement, offering a model for sustainable development in UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Historic Centre of Mexico City and Xochimilco.

Schmidt, S., & Rivas-Aceves, S. (2024). Critical Social Participatory Action Research for Conscientization: Pedagogies and Findings from Xochimilco. Higher Education for the Future, 11(2), 168–184. https://doi.org/10.1177/23476311241249247