peerdriven
Peerdriven refers to processes, initiatives, or organizations that derive direction, decisions, and action from peers—people who share similar status, experiences, or perspectives with the target group. The term emphasizes shifting authority from professionals or external experts to members of the community or peer networks. It is used across sectors such as education, health, social services, and research to describe models where peers actively shape goals, methods, and evaluation.
In practice, peerdriven approaches appear in education and youth programs through student-led projects and peer tutoring.
Advantages of peerdriven approaches include increased relevance and trust within communities, greater accessibility for marginalized groups,
Challenges and considerations include ensuring representative participation, maintaining accountability and quality control, managing conflicts of interest,
Related terms include peer-led, community-driven, and participatory approaches, all of which share an emphasis on involving