Advancing equity through research
We ground our work in equity-informed frameworks that acknowledge the role of systemic factors in shaping community outcomes.
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Our commitments
Measure's lines in the sand.
The research ethics we won't cross. These commitments guide how we partner, listen, protect, and share power with the communities we serve.
Lived experience as valid insight
We recognize that individuals with direct experience in their communities provide essential knowledge to guide research, policy, and practice.
Accessible & inclusive communication
We present findings in clear, culturally responsive formats so that community members can access, understand, and use the information.
Community benefit
We aim to ensure that participation in research leads to both direct and indirect benefits for the communities involved.
Uplifting community voice
We prioritize authentic engagement and center community perspectives throughout the research process.
Shared recognition
We acknowledge and credit the contributions of community partners in shaping and informing the research.
Data stewardship
Data should be managed in partnership with communities to support shared learning, advocacy, and meaningful impact.
Collaborative roles
Research responsibilities are shared fairly among community members, organizations, and institutions based on capacity and expertise.
Equity in participation
We ensure all individuals have equal opportunity to engage in research activities, free from bias or exclusion.
Privacy & confidentiality
We respect participants' definitions of privacy and safeguard their information throughout the research process.
Do no harm
We design and conduct research to prevent harm and protect the dignity, safety, and well-being of all participants.
Responsible representation
We ensure findings are presented in ways that reflect community realities accurately and avoid reinforcing stereotypes.
Respect
We honor participant boundaries and ensure all engagement is voluntary, informed, and rooted in mutual trust.
Research integrity
We uphold consistency, transparency, and accuracy in research methods and reporting to ensure findings are credible and trustworthy.
Ethics aren't an afterthought. They're the foundation.
Every research partnership we enter is shaped by these commitments. They keep us accountable to the people and communities who make our work possible.