Indigenous research

Ethical review of research with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples ensures respectful engagement, protects communities from harm, and supports self-determination.

It shifts power to First Nations people by requiring genuine community engagement, benefit-sharing, and culturally safe practices throughout every stage of a research project.

Charles Sturt University has established the Indigenous Research Review Panel (IRRP) for the purpose of reviewing all Indigenous research proposed to be conducted by the University.

The panel seeks to ensure Indigenous research conforms to the principles of the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Code of Ethics (the AIATSIS Code), these are:

  • Indigenous self-determination
  • Indigenous leadership
  • Impact and value
  • Sustainability and accountability.