The principles in this document are intended to be used as a guide to support and strengthen research relationships between academic institutions, researchers, students, community members, residents and organizations in the Jane Finch community. The principles summarize the Jane Finch Community Research Partnerships expectations regarding respectful and ethical behaviour by researchers who work in the community and helps ensure that all research on or involving members from the Jane Finch community gives respect to the community and to community members’ perspectives, knowledge and values. This document was developed to:
Protect community members from potential harms related to participation in academic research
Facilitate accountability in academic research
Focus on the community so academic research is respectful, just and beneficial to the community
Encourage academic institutions and their members to make research accessible and create opportunities for the community to fully participate, collaborate and engage with research
