Abstract
Deep participation is a basic mechanism underlying social transformation. Found within the context of rapid socioeconomic and political change, it also provides the dynamic center point for formulation of a participatory social theory. Deep participation’s final result is a change-of-type social change characterized by greater inclusiveness and social integration. This potential for harmonious social change is particularly vital in today’s world. Social, political, and economic divisions are intensifying worldwide, and the limitations of simply using political threat or economic coercive power are becoming all too apparent. Deep participation’s potential to assist groups maneuvering through difficult times therefore has positive and far-reaching implications.
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Roark, P.D. (2015). Formulating a Participatory Social Theory. In: Social Justice and Deep Participation. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9781137436870_11
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