Exploring Participant-Generated Examples of Social Change: A Two-Stage, Mixed Methods, Delphi Study

Miles Thompson1, Ben Rosser2, Eleanor Stone3

  • 1Psychological Sciences Research Group (PSRG), School of Social Sciences, UWE Bristol (University of the West of England), Bristol, UK.

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Summary

Community psychology explores social change, crucial for addressing climate and ecological crises. This study identifies key themes in social change and their impact, aiming to enhance community psychology

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