Photovoice as a Tool for Social Justice Workers Photovoice as a Tool for Social Justice Workers
- DOI: 10.1300/J059v18n02
Abstract
This article considers the use of Photovoice as a tool for social justiceworkers. Photovoice is a technique that affords diverse pop- ulations of oppressed individuals the opportunity to take social action by raising awareness in the community and with policy-makers through use of a photographic process. The theoretical underpinnings, goals, and uses of Photovoice are reviewed in relation to socialwork contexts and values. In addition, the inclusion of empowerment theory and group work literature is explored as a natural expansion of the current theoretical underpinnings. Photovoice is a prime example of participatory research, assessment, and social action. The relevance of Photovoice to social work theory and prac- tice is considered and possibilities for use as an integrated practice tool are explained.
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