Research Ethics Committee

The Research Ethics Committee of Centro Studi Affido is an independent body responsible for the ethical review of research projects promoted by the Centre or conducted by its affiliated researchers and partner organisations.

The Committee promotes scientific integrity, responsible research practices, and respect for the dignity, rights, autonomy and well-being of research participants.

Particular attention is given to studies involving children, young people, care-experienced individuals, foster families and people experiencing situations of vulnerability.

Role and responsibilities

The Committee reviews research protocols, assessing the ethical implications of participant recruitment, informed consent, data protection, potential risks and benefits, and the dissemination of research findings.

Its activities cover qualitative and quantitative research, including interviews, focus groups, surveys, observational studies and other forms of social and educational research.

Independence and decision-making

The Committee operates according to principles of independence, impartiality, confidentiality and interdisciplinary expertise. Members are required to disclose potential conflicts of interest and refrain from participating in the evaluation of projects in which they are directly involved.

Following the review process, the Committee issues a reasoned opinion, which may include approval, requests for clarification or modification, or non-approval.

Regulatory framework

The Committee operates in accordance with its internal regulations, applicable national and European legislation, and internationally recognised principles of research ethics.

Ethical committee members

The ethical committee has been approved by the Council of Foster Care Research center the ___th of ___. The member for the period ___ are: