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 for 2026/27 academic year
The sessions take place at 12 - 1pm
Room E1.02 (Gillian Rose Room) - Sociology (Social Sciences) Building
Upcoming meetings (first Tuesday of the month):
Tuesday 6th October - Introduction to Autoethnography
Tuesday 3rd November - Show and tell activity
Tuesday 1st December - Key thinkers and Autoethnographic influence
SOCIAL - Festive Social in December (date to be arranged)
Tuesday 2nd February - Ethics and speaker
Tuesday 2nd March - Autoethnography as method or methodology
Tuesday 6th April - Art based autoethnographies including zine making workshop
Tuesday 4th May - Conferences and presenting
Thursday 1st June - Workshop/ speaker
SOCIAL - Summer social in July/ August (date to be arranged)
Please contact Jenny or dipbuk (details below) to be added to our Whatsapp group where we share details of our meetings.
What we have read so far:
A Policitical Ecology of EcologiesLink opens in a new window
Useful Resources
2nd to 5th January 2026: International Association of Autoethnography and Narrative Inquiry Conference (for more info see:
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:
- Creative Bridges Conference: Sat 13 September and Sun 14 September:
Further notices of upcoming Conferences on Autoethnography - forthcoming