David M. Fetterman
About the Author
David M. Fetterman is a leading scholar of evaluation, ethnography, and participatory research, known for advancing approaches that place communities and stakeholders at the center of inquiry. His work connects rigorous social science with practical strategies for empowerment, collaboration, and social justice. Among his notable publications are By David M. Fetterman Ethnography: Step-by-Step (Applied Social Research Methods) (3e), Collaborative, Participatory, and Empowerment Evaluation: Stakeholder Involvement Approaches, and Empowerment Evaluation and Social Justice: Confronting the Culture of Silence. Fetterman’s writing and scholarship continue to inform researchers, educators, practitioners, and organizations seeking meaningful, equitable change.
