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TRAFIG Ethics Guidelines

Christ, Simone / Maarit Thiem
External Publications (2019)

Bonn: Bonn International Center for Conflict Studies

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The overall objective of the project “Transnational figurations of displacement” (TRAFIG) is to develop solutions for protracted displacement that are better tailored to the needs and capacities of persons affected by displacement. We seek to  contribute to the development of policies and programs through which the vulnerability of displaced people can be reduced and their self-reliance and resilience be enhanced. Such an approach requires empirical research with displaced people as  well as other groups and stakeholders affected by protracted displacement in the respective countries and places. Undertaking empirical research on such a highly politicised topic, in conflict-affected settings and with particular vulnerable groups  does, however, require specific research strategies (as set out in the Methods Handbook, D1.3) and strict adherence of all partners to the same principles of ethical research. These principles are laid down in this guideline document. This document serves as a manual for all researchers involved in the project. It should serve as a guidance tool in the preparation and the implementation of field work. All researchers involved in the empirical research of the project undergo a methodology training, which will also  introduce and discuss all sections of this manual. Participation in these methodology workshops is obligatory for all researchers and research assistants involved in empirical research. All workshop participants will sign a document stating the full recognition of TRAFIG’s ethical. The Ethics Guidelines are closely linked to the Data Management Plan.