Creating Spaces for Professional Networking and Growth: A Collaborative Inquiry Project with Immigrant Women

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Title: Creating Spaces for Professional Networking and Growth: A Collaborative Inquiry Project with Immigrant Women
Language: English
Authors: Norma Mercado, Cheri L. Hatcher, Clarena Larrotta
Source: American Association for Adult and Continuing Education. 2024.
Availability: American Association for Adult and Continuing Education. 10111 Martin Luther King Junior Highway Suite 200C, Bowie, MD 20720. Tel: 301-459-6261; Fax: 301-459-6241; e-mail: office@aaace.org; e-mail: aaace10@aol.com; Web site: http://www.aaace.org
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 6
Publication Date: 2024
Document Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Immigrants, Social Networks, Human Capital, Video Technology, Self Esteem, Occupational Aspiration, Futures (of Society), Career Development, Pilot Projects, School Community Relationship, Universities, Professional Personnel, Spanish, English (Second Language), Labor Force, Researchers, Barriers, Females
Geographic Terms: Texas
Abstract: This article describes a collaborative inquiry creating spaces for networking and learning for professional immigrant women. There were two implementation stages: (1) a pilot study to identify a meaningful research focus, and (2) the creation of a "Comadres Profesionales Summit," a collaboration between community members and university researchers. The aim was to promote personal growth, social and human capital, and pathways for career advancement. Data collection included interviews, qualitative questionnaires, field notes, and videos. The collaborative inquiry cycle (framing the problem, collecting evidence, examining evidence, sharing, and celebrating learning) guided the writing of the study findings, which are presented through four themes: (a) desire to belong, (b) increased confidence, (c) aspirations and needed skills, and (d) future plans. [For the full proceedings, see ED673719.]
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Entry Date: 2025
Accession Number: ED673737
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