Core: Ethics for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research in the APS

Core: Ethics for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research in the APS is aimed at individuals working in and with government. The course provides an understanding of the key principles that underpin the ethical and responsible conduct of research and evaluation with and about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It also outlines the ethical review process, including how and when it applies.

This learning experience was provided by AIATSIS and was originally created in collaboration with the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet and the Department of Social Services.

Participant benefits

• Establishes the importance of ethics in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research and evaluation. 
• Provides an understanding of the core principles that underpin the ethical and responsible conduct of research with and about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples when working in government.
• A key aim of the course is to provide individuals working within government with the tools to know when research ethics applies in their work and then what to do next.

Suitable for

All staff. The course is aimed at all members of the APS undertaking research and evaluation with and about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, data, and knowledges. 

Category and User level

This learning experience aligns with APS People at the Foundation level.

Price

Free of charge.