Critical Relational Community Building in Neoliberal Times.

Scholars face a paradox: How to engage in critical community building when the nature of academic engagement in neoliberal times encourages academic entrepreneurship? Competition is encouraged among scholars as they vie for citations, resources, and recognition. This article considers how qualitative researchers might build and sustain critical community through engaging in research, teaching, and service in ways that inculcate humility and a spirit of generosity toward others' work to build coalitions among scholars who may not agree. This work is imperative for qualitative scholars as they engage in collective action to address the inequities brought about by global crises. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]