Position Statement: Employee Surveys and Ethical Review This piece was inspired by Dr Eugene Aidman's presentation at the Australasian Ethics Network 2025 Conference , which highlighted a significant gap in how organisations approach internal surveys. QA i... Analysis
Dissemination of Project Outputs and Outcomes Introduction The 2025 National Statement provides guidance on disseminating research outputs and outcomes in Element 6 of Chapter 3.1 (paragraphs 3.1.68–3.1.71). Whilst the Statement emphasises public... Analysis
Section 4 Deep-dive: Chapter 4.4 - People in dependent or unequal relationships We've previously explored the overarching changes to Section 4 of the National Statement in the 2025 edition. This deep-dive focuses specifically on Chapter 4.4, which addresses research and evaluatio... Analysis
Co-Design Activities and Ethical Review Introduction Co-design has become an increasingly valued approach in research and evaluation, recognising that those who will be affected by research and evaluation outcomes should have meaningful inp... Analysis
Position Statement: Ethical Considerations in Snowball Sampling Introduction Snowball sampling is an approach to data collection where existing research and evaluation participants refer potential participants from their networks. It's a widely used recruitment st... Analysis
Tool: AI Transparency Checklist The promise of artificial intelligence in research and evaluation is undeniable. AI tools can transcribe interviews in minutes, code thousands of open-ended responses overnight, and generate compellin... Analysis
Tool: Data Collection Matrix Research and evaluation projects succeed or fail long before data collection begins. The decisions made during the design phase about what questions to ask, how to ask them, and how responses will be ... Analysis
Section 4 Deep-dive: Chapter 4.5 - People experiencing physical or mental ill-health or disability We've previously explored the overarching changes to Section 4 of the National Statement in the 2025 edition. This deep-dive focuses specifically on Chapter 4.5, which addresses research involving peo... Analysis
Position Statement: Scope of Ethical Review Introduction Ethical review is a cornerstone of responsible research and evaluation practice. It provides independent oversight to ensure that projects are conducted with appropriate consideration of ... Analysis
Understanding "Harm" and "Discomfort" in Research and Evaluation In the realms of program and policy evaluation, social research, and market research, it is crucial to distinguish between "harm" and "discomfort." These terms, while sometimes used interchangeably, r... Analysis
Ethical Data Management in Evaluation and Research In evaluation, social research, and market research, data is not just a technical asset — it is a reflection of people’s lived experiences, identities, and trust. Ethical data management is a cornerst... Analysis
Position Statement: Data retention in evaluation and research Introduction Data collection is a fundamental part of evaluation, social research, and market research. In a way, data are the lifeblood of these fields; after all, without data we would be unable to ... Analysis