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Demographic Self-Disclosure Data in Research Ethics – Jun. 22, 2023

Session Description

June 22, 2023 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm EDT

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Join us for the next workshop in the “Learning Together: Applying Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Concepts in Research Ethics Review,” a monthly series bringing together experts from across the tri-campus on a range of research ethics topics from equity, diversity, and inclusion through a TCPS2 lens.

In the first half of this session, guest speaker Dr. Sonia Kang will explore:

  • Self-disclosure of demographic characteristics (e.g., race, Indigenous identity, disability status, sex, and gender) in the context of research ethics and through the lens of Social Identity Theory.

  • Respondents’ preferences, feelings, and perceptions around demographic group labels and the disclosure process in general.

  • Potential best practices (tools and methods) for the collection of demographic self-disclosure data.

Following the presentation, session participants will explore a featured case study in small groups before closing with final reflections.

Learning Objectives

After participating in this session, attending will:

  • Have gained a better understanding of how respondents experience requests for, and the process of, demographic self-disclosure.

  • Be able to identity potentially problematic self-disclosure forms and/or requests for demographic data in research ethics proposals.

Additional Information

Guest Presenter: 
Dr. Sonia Kang, Associate Professor, Organizational Behaviour & HR Management

Session material now available:

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