QRCA Views Winter 2023

Semiotics highlights the vitality of objects as active contributors, challenging conventional views that prioritize individual decision-making. Author Sónia Marques advocates for recognizing the agency of things and emphasizes the need to observe their role in situ, urging researchers to adeptly engage with the language of objects for a comprehensive understanding of human behavior. […]

Zoë Billington speaks with Samara Bay, author of Permission to Speak, on rethinking the traditional narratives of public speaking and power. She discusses how authenticity, personal voice stories, and emotional engagement can transform how we, as researchers and business leaders, communicate effectively. […]

Africa has often been portrayed homogeneously, leading some to dismiss the diversity of this continent. In fact, Africa consists of 54 countries, each with its own culture, customs, and languages. Amélie Truffert shares her experiences living and conducting research across the continent, challenging unconscious bias about this diverse land. […]