Journal of Iranian Social Studies

Abstract A school, in Sociology, is defined as a social space in which the power is distributed unequally and the students, in comparison to the education system and teachers have the lowest level of power. Consequently, some of the students drop out of school, some of them do not do well in the school, and may not be eager to attend school and become violent. The three factors that affect children attendance are: hearing their voices, empowering them and their participation. To achieve these three, employing the participatory action research is suggested. Applying it as a "look, think and act" strategy, makes them to be heard and increase their power and participation. In this article, the experience of using the mentioned educational method in Moshtagh Child-friendly Educational Center is reported. The center was founded 8 years ago by the child friendly association of Kerman. Results show that in order to provide an effective place for students in a school, participatory action research is so important. But, to continue practicing this method actively, participation of the teachers is needed as well. Therefore, the teachers must be active in managing schools and their voice must be heard continuously.