Participatory/Community-based/Action Research (question)

[Adelaide9216]

Hello,

I was wondering if some of you have used community-based/action or participatory research methods for your doctoral research thesis. I am considering it because I want my research to have a meaningful impact to the marginalized communities I will be in contact with (or at least, some impact). However, I want to complete my Ph.D. in 4 or 5 years, so I am wondering if it is realistic to do that with that type of methodology.

PS : I will discuss it with my advisor as well, but wanted to hear from doctoral students or people who have completed Ph.D.s as well.