Core Faculty, Center for Creative Change
Summary of Education and Relevant Experience
 B.A., University of Michigan; M.S., University of California-Davis; Ph.D., University of Washington
Britt Yamamoto has developed and led a number of civil society initiatives focused on human and community development. He has extensive international experience in Asia and Latin America, been a Fulbright Fellow to Japan and the recipient of a number of awards, including the University of Washington's Excellence in Teaching award. His most recent project is iLEAP: The Center for Critical Service. More information about iLEAP can be found at www.ileap.org. He teaches Reflective Practicum 1, Critical Inquiry and advises students in the Environment and Community program.
In October 2007, Yamamoto received the Alliance Diversity Award from the Adult Higher Education Alliance (AHEA). The Diversity Award scholarship recognizes young faculty of color who are working in an alternative degree program that serves adult learners. The scholarship included registration fees and up to $1,000 for related expenses to attend the 2007 AHEA conference in Dayton, Ohio. Yamamoto, along with CCC faculty member Don Comstock, presented a paper titled "Social Reflection for Social Change: Preparing Adult Learners to be Change Leaders" and conducted a workshop at the conference.
In February 2008, Yamamoto led an international workshop at the Asian Rural Institute (ARI) in Japan that focused on reflective practice, collaborative social change and rural community development. To read more, click here.
Affiliations
Professional Interests
- Sustainable agriculture and alternative food systems
- Civil society/nongovernmental/community-based organizations
- Social movements
- Cross-cultural education
- Ethnographic and qualitative research methods
- International development practice and theory
- Civic engagement
- Community-based learning
- Adult education
- Philanthropy and international health
On Interest Area
"Critical reflection and engagements with our own assumptions about social and political change, service to others and building alternatives is at the heart of dynamic, creative change."
On Teaching at Antioch
"I have long found great inspiration and support from people who engage life with a passion that comes from unbridled curiosity, a sharp and critical intellect and a rich sense of humor. These are exactly the kinds of people you find in the Center for Creative Change! When I collaborate with students to engage the tensions inherent in social change initiatives through reflective learning and practice, I am filled with inspiration and hope from their creativity. C3 is a truly unique place where unique people can flourish."
Please visit his website (britt.ileap.org) for more information about his teaching and research activities as well as resources for current and prospective students — including fellowships and scholarships.
Contact Information
Center for Creative Change
206-268-4908
Britt Yamamoto
206-268-4706
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