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The purpose of this session is to discuss the ethical considerations for investigators conducting community-based participatory research (CBPR). Challenges associated with community- and population-focused research methodologies will be described. Different systems and structures will be explored that may provide a more innovative approach for the ethical review of CBPR studies, such as community consent.

Session Objectives: 1. Differentiate two ethical challenges associated with community- and population-focused research methodologies that may not arise in traditional biomedical and behavioral research that focuses on individuals. 2. Describe two community roles in ensuring ethical research practice and protecting participants’ interests in the design, implementation, and follow-up to research on population health concerns. 3. Discuss two experiences for ethical consideration identified by investigators conducting community-based participatory research (CBPR). 4. Identify a specific responsibility of community advisory boards for raising awareness and addressing ethical concerns in the development of CBPR projects. 5. Explain at least one diverse cultural framework for addressing ethical concerns in carrying out research. 6. Discuss two implications for IRB deliberations when research involves community-level problems and/or data analyses. 7. Discuss community perceptions of research goals, methods, and processes.

CE Credits: Medical (CME), Health Education (CHES), Nursing (CNE), Public Health (CPH)