(Epistemic) Injustice and Resistance in Canadian Research Ethics Governance
2025

(Epistemic) Injustice and Resistance in Canadian Research Ethics Governance

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Clairmont Sarah, Doerksen Emily, Gunay Alize Ece, Friesen Phoebe

Primary Institution: McGill University

Hypothesis

The article aims to explore the deficiencies in Canada's research ethics governance system through the lens of epistemic injustice and ignorance.

Conclusion

The study highlights significant gaps in the representation and consideration of community voices in research ethics governance in Canada.

Supporting Evidence

  • Community members often feel unrepresented in research ethics governance.
  • Many communities have developed their own ethical guidelines to address local concerns.
  • Research ethics boards frequently lack diversity and representation from the communities they serve.

Takeaway

This study looks at how some communities in Canada are not being heard when it comes to research ethics, and how they are trying to change that.

Methodology

The article employs critical analysis and draws on philosophical literature and empirical evidence to examine research ethics governance.

Potential Biases

The article discusses potential biases in the representation of community members on research ethics boards.

Limitations

The study may not encompass all community perspectives and experiences related to research ethics governance.

Participant Demographics

The article references various communities, including Indigenous and low-income populations in Canada.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1002/eahr.60004

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