San Code of Research Ethics

Collective design of research idea

Researchers must follow protocols

San council will manage protocol

Inform San of all benefits of research, monetary and non-monetary

Co-research opportunities

Skills transfer

Employment as assistants or translators

Ensure benefits return to community

Code will be enforced using dispute resolution mechanisms

Research should be aligned to local needs

Research should improve the lives of the San

Researchers must care for:

Families

Social environment

Physical environment

Privacy

Individuals & community

Culture & History

Allow input from San to explain sensitivities

Acknowledge contribution of the San

Keep promises

Engage with San prior to starting research

Provide feedback

Use clear language (not academic)

Share all information including complex issues

Be fully transparent with respect to impact on:

Funding

Purpose of research

Changes during research

Carefully document everything