Critical Ethnography

Critical ethnography is a research approach that studies cultures and social groups with an aim to understand power dynamics, inequalities, and social justice issues. Researchers immerse themselves in the community, observe, and analyze everyday life, but with a focus on highlighting and challenging injustices. It encourages people to critically examine societal norms and structures that maintain inequality, often advocating for change. By combining traditional ethnographic methods with a focus on social critique, critical ethnography seeks not only to understand cultures but also to promote awareness and action toward a more equitable society.