Autoethnography Reading Group
Welcome to the Autoethnography Reading Group!
Are you interested in exploring the diverse narratives of personal experience and cultural understanding?
What is Autoethnography?
Autoethnography is a research approach that blends autobiography and ethnography, allowing individuals to explore and understand their own experiences within the context of culture and society. It emphasises subjective experiences, emotions, and reflections, offering unique insights into the complexities of human existence.
About the Reading Group
Our reading group provides a supportive and engaging environment for individuals interested in exploring autoethnography as an approach to research. Whether you're a seasoned researcher, a student, or simply curious about the method, all are welcome to participate in our discussions. We often have nibbles, drinks and snacks too.
Every month there is an opportunity for you to talk about your work, share progress, challenges and stories.
Upcoming Sessions
The sessions take place at 12.15 - 1.30pm
Room R2.23 - Ramphal Building
Upcoming meetings (first Thursday of the month):
Thursday 2nd October - Introduction - nature walk
Thursday 6th November - Show and tell
Thursday 4th December - Key thinkers and texts/ perspectives, and formats. Arguments against autoethnography
SOCIAL - Festive Social in December (date to be arranged)
Thursday 5th February - Ethics and speaker
Thursday 5th March - Conference planning and discussion
Thursday 2nd April - Art based autoethnographies including zine making
Thursday 7th May - Conferences and presenting
Thursday 4th June - Modes of Autoethnography
END of series lunch - (date to be arranged)
What we have read so far:
Useful Resources
Lapidus International: This is a writing for wellbeing community. Comprised of academics and practitioners. There are small groups all over the UK and overseas. Here is the link: https://lapidus.org.uk/
- Creative Bridges Conference: Sat 13 September and Sun 14 September: https://lapidus.org.uk/creative-bridges-2025/
Further notices of upcoming Conferences on Autoethnography - forthcoming