Cultivating citizen science for all: ethical considerations for research projects involving diverse and marginalized populations

In this paper we argue that investigators using citizen science should attend, as much as possible, to certain ethical considerations when conceptualizing projects by embracing 1) inclusivity (finding ways to include those who have traditionally been excluded), 2) adaptation (modifying projects to p...

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Published in:International journal of social research methodology 2020-09, Vol.23 (5), p.497-508
Main Authors: Chesser, Stephanie, Porter, Michelle M., Tuckett, Anthony G.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Citizen Participation
Citizens
co-created citizen science
collaborative citizen science
community-based participatory research
Cooperation
Cultural Awareness
Cultural tradition
Ethics
Inclusion
Marginality
Minority Groups
older people
Participation
Participatory Research
Reciprocity
Research ethics
Research Projects
Safety
Science Education
Scientific Research
The Golden Rule
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Summary:In this paper we argue that investigators using citizen science should attend, as much as possible, to certain ethical considerations when conceptualizing projects by embracing 1) inclusivity (finding ways to include those who have traditionally been excluded), 2) adaptation (modifying projects to provide greater opportunities for varied participation), 3) sensitivity (ensuring projects take into account and respect cultural traditions and beliefs), 4) safety (protocols that protect the physical, psychological, and cultural safety of citizen scientists and society at large), and 5) reciprocity (benefits for citizen scientists). These recommendations are particularly important when engaging in collaborative or co-created citizen science projects with marginalized groups. We provide examples of how citizen science projects can be designed and adapted in ways that ensure that they follow The Golden Rule, and make them appealing to, and achievable for, a greater number of individuals in our diverse global society.
ISSN:1364-5579
1464-5300
DOI:10.1080/13645579.2019.1704355