Participatory Development Practice by Anthony Kelly and Peter Westoby

'This work represents an important contribution in the ongoing effort to provide critical analysis, perspective and input on participatory development practice. The authors show that much can be learned and linked when a combination of love, dialogue and action are nurtured and applied systematically and with careful attention in communities. Moreover, the topic of poverty and all its complexities can best be addressed when a community development practice framework is seen as both integral and essential emphasizing the importance of cultivating relationships, from local to global between individuals, organizations and institutions. Students new to the field as well as experienced practitioners and development workers will benefit from this collection of chapters that remind us yet again that with community development work, the process is the outcome.’

Does Community Development Work? Stories and practice for reconstructed community development in South Africa by Peter Westoby and Lucius Botes

‘The beauty of the book is its eloquence in demonstrating the possibilities of a decolonised, emancipatory community development, not just in theory but in practice. The authors demonstrate that creating transformative knowledge and practice, unfettered by what one already knows or assumes, requires radical thinking, co-inquiry engagement, and a reflexivity of discomfort about our own subjectivities and power. It is a must read for all those interested in the praxis of decolonisation.’ Professor Stella M. Nkomo, University of Pretoria

40 Critical Thinkers in Community Development by Peter Westoby, David Palmer, and Athena Lathouras

‘The ideas in this book reveal the great treasures of knowledge and wisdom that can enrich our lives. Indeed, inspiring thoughts are much needed in this time of fear and panic. The book is an essential companion for anyone involved in the citizen and professional project that is community development.’ Professor Sue Kenny, Deakin University Australia