• Recognition of the diversity and uniqueness of peoples, as well as of individuals, is essential.

  • The rights of Indigenous peoples to self-determination must be recognised.

  • The rights of Indigenous peoples to their intangible heritage must be recognised.

  • Rights in the traditional knowledge and traditional cultural expressions of Indigenous peoples must be respected, protected and maintained.

  • Indigenous knowledge, practices and innovations
    must be respected, protected and maintained.

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See also

Janke Report external

NHMRC Statement external

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FAQ's

When do I need to obtain Ethical Clearance approval for my research?
Projects regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples require an ethical clearance to assure their rights, culture and heritage are respected. And to guarantee that they participate in any research project that concerns them, sharing an understanding of the aims and methods of the research, and sharing the results of this work.
Regardless of the sample size or research methodology (surveys, participant observation, etc.) of the project, as long as it refers to Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples and their cultures the project requires of ethical clearance approval.

Where do I find an ethical clearance application form?
All the required forms can be found on our website: www.aiatsis/ethics/resources/forms.gov.au
In order to apply for ethical clearance you will need to provide the following documents:

These documents and guides regarding how to complete them can be

Who will be revising my Ethical Clearance Application?
The AIATSIS Research Ethics Committee (REC) is responsible for the revision of all ethical clearance applications and their approval/approval subject to conditions/disapproval.
To find out more about REC and its members please refer to our website: www.aiatsis/ethics/REC

How long does the ethics clearance reviewing process take?
AIATSIS Research Ethics Committee holds four meetings per year. The ethical clearance proposals are reviewed during these meetings. The result notifications will be provided 10 working days after the meeting.

How will I be notified of the Research Ethics Committee’s decision?
After the Research Ethics Committee has reached a decision, a notification will be posted to the applicant informing of the result.
A complaint can be addressed to AIATSIS Research Ethics Committee or the Director of Research:

Jaky Troy
Director of Research
jaky.troy@aiatsis.gov.au
Ph: +61 2 6246 1116
GPO Box 553, Canberra ACT 2601

Ms Christine Grant
Chair of the AIATSIS Research Ethics Committee
Ph: +61 2 6246 1145
Ethics Committee at AIATSIS
GPO Box 553, Canberra ACT 2601