Reflective practitioners: The importance of critical thought for change agents
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Date
2015
Authors
Gibson, Terry
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AOSIS Publishing
Abstract
Investment of resources in international development continues to grow, but evidence suggests that progress is patchy and that parameters such as losses resulting from disasters of all scales continue to grow. It is suggested that critical thought and reflection, as an adjunct to action, is vital for both individuals and organisations concerned for social development. It is further argued that disruption is often required in order to dynamically pursue transformation of structures and institutions in order to secure progress towards sustainable livelihoods.
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Transformation, Disaster risk reduction, Disruption, Social movements, Transformation, Disaster risk reduction, Disruption, Social movements
Citation
Gibson, T. 2015. Reflective practitioners: The importance of critical thought for change agents. Jàmbá: Journal of Disaster Risk Studies, 7(1):1-6 [http://dspace.nwu.ac.za/handle/10394/8847]