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practicing anthropology  

Definition

  • Practicing anthropology primarily refers to anthropological work performed outside academia to address issues in areas such as community development, agriculture, health care, environment, resource management, housing, criminal justice, marketing, and technology. Although a majority of practicing anthropologists work in urban or other local settings, some work on international projects, especially in development and health. [Source: Encyclopedia of Anthropology; Anthropology, Practicing]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-BZJVLJFX-1

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