This document provides an overview of key issues to consider when conducting field work with people for research purposes. It discusses preparing for field work, including obtaining necessary approvals and building relationships with participants. Methods of data collection and storage are addressed. Practical and ethical challenges that may arise during field work are also reviewed, such as handling unexpected events, ensuring informed consent and protecting participants. The document concludes with discussions around analyzing data and writing up research findings. The overall aim is to help researchers plan and carry out their field work successfully and ethically.

1. Field work with people: Methods conference 23 rd March 2010 Mary Upton Development Policy and Practice [email_address]