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Ethics Support

It is important to make sure your evaluation minimizes harm and maximizes benefits, both on an individual and community level.

INFORMED CONSENT

Individuals must be aware of the purpose of the evaluation and agree to participate.

INFORMED CONSENT

PROTECT ALL STAKEHOLDERS

Who will be accessing or using the information?
Are there power dynamics, problematic relationships or ulterior motives?

PROTECT ALL

STAKEHOLDERS

ROLE OF AN OVERSIGHT GROUP

An oversight group can act as an informal ethics board throughout the evaluation process.

ROLE OF AN OVERSIGHT GROUP

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A University Research Ethics Board
 

If you are connected to a university or working with an affiliated researcher, you can go through a formal ethics review with that institution.

CONSIDER A FORMAL ETHICS REVIEW

In addition to having an evaluation steering committee provide ongoing guidance on ethical issues, a formal ethics review can help you minimize harm and maximize the benefits of your evaluation. 

 

Being attuned to ethical issues is particularly important when working with vulnerable populations, which could include people with newcomer experience.

You have two options for a formal ethics review...​

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Community Research

Ethics Office
(CREO)
 

​CREO provides formal reviews in a supportive environment that encourages community researchers to participate and collaborate in the process and promote awareness of ethical issues.

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