CAN WE REALLY SAY WE HAVE CONSENT IF ADOLESCENTS DON'T FEEL SAFE TO SPEAK?

Today's read explores real lessons from eight research teams across Africa on informed consent, cultural sensitivity and engaging adolescents in SRHR research.

Take a few minutes to read the article, then tell us:

Imagine an adolescent wants to participate in an SRHR study, but their parent or guardian objects because of cultural or personal beliefs. How would you handle the situation while respecting the adolescent's rights and maintaining community trust?

Share your thoughts in the discussion. Let's learn from each other's perspectives!

Read the article: https://aphrc.org/navigating-informed-consent-and-cultural-sensitivity-in-adolescent-srhr-research-in-africa-shared-lessons-from-the-anesa-initiative/ 

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Navigating Informed Consent and Cultural Sensitivity in Adolescent SRHR Research In Africa: Shared Lessons from the ANeSA Initiative - APHRC

Background Research and programs targeting adolescents, especially those below 18, require informed consent, assent, strong safeguarding systems, cultural awareness, and ongoing ethical judgment. Research and programs designed with cultural sensitivity in mind build trust, impro…

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