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Conducting a qualitative study with the sensitive population of caste-oppressed employees in India
This case study explores the methodological and ethical considerations of conducting qualitative research with hard-to-reach populations based on a study with caste-oppressed employees in India. Using Inductive Thematic Analysis approach and semistructured interviews, the study examined how caste-based marginalization continues to shape workplace experiences. This case offers practical insights for scholars recruiting and working with stigmatized populations. It also emphasizes the importance of trust, flexibility, reflexivity, and participant-centered design in qualitative research. By sharing challenges and strategies, the case study contributes to inclusive methodological practices and provides a replicable model for conducting equity-focused research with hard-to-reach populations to amplify marginalized voices.
Indrayani Mundada and Nicholas P. Salter.