Month: February 2025

Representation and Misrepresentation: The ethical concern of portraying cultures and communities accurately without reinforcing stereotypes or false narratives.

Bias and Objectivity: The responsibility of researchers to recognize and minimize their personal biases in data collection and interpretation.

Reciprocity: The ethical obligation to give back to the community being studied, whether through shared knowledge, financial support, or community development initiatives.

Accountability: The responsibility of anthropologists to accurately represent their findings and acknowledge their impact on the community.

Non-Exploitation: The principle that anthropologists should not take advantage of their research subjects for personal gain or academic recognition.

Respect for Cultural Sensitivity: Acknowledging and honoring the beliefs, customs, and traditions of the communities being studied.

Confidentiality: Ensuring that the information collected during research is kept private and used responsibly.

Anonymity: The practice of protecting the identity of research participants by not disclosing their personal information.

Do No Harm Principle: The ethical obligation of anthropologists to avoid causing physical, psychological, or cultural harm to the individuals or communities they study.

Informed Consent: A process in which participants voluntarily agree to take part in research after being fully informed about the study’s purpose, risks, and benefits.