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African Nova Scotian Strategy Focus Group

Consent Form: Focus Groups

Would you like to be part of our research study?

We invite you to be part of a research study through a partnership between the African Nova Scotian Decade for People of African Descent Coalition and Dalhousie’s African Nova Scotian Strategy led by researchers, Michelle Williams (Co-Chair, African Nova Scotian Strategy, Dalhousie University), Dr. Barbara Hamilton-Hinch (Vice-Provost Equity and Inclusion, Dalhousie University, and Vanessa Fells (Director, African Nova Scotian Decade for People of African Descent Coalition). You should discuss any questions you have about this study or the focus groups with one of the researchers:

Michelle Williams                             michelle.williams@dal.ca                              (902) 494-2863

Barbara Hamilton-Hinch                b.hamilton-hinch@dal.ca                               (902) 494-3391

Vanessa Fells                                     director@ansdpad.ca                                     (902) 462-3723

They are working on a research study that partners the African Nova Scotian Strategy and the African Nova Scotian Decade for People of African Descent Coalition.

This form will tell you a bit more about the study, the kinds of questions we are asking and how we will protect your identity. After you have read the details, you will be invited to participate in a focus group. Focus groups here involve bringing together a group of 8-12 people being asked questions relating to the study outlined below, that is moderated by a member of the research team. With your permission, we will audio-record the interview.

Your participation is voluntary. You may decide not to participate at any time before or during the focus group without any consequences. Once the focus group is completed, it will not be possible tell who is who in the audio-recording as there will be 8-12 voices and the moderator. Audio recordings will be transcribed, and any identifying information will be removed. Quotes may be used from focus groups in future research and reports.

What is this study about?

Who is included in these focus groups?

What kinds of questions will I be asked?

Who will ask the questions?

How long will the focus group take?

What if I decide that I don't like the questions or I want to leave the focus group?

Are there any risks to me participating in the focus group?

Why should I participate in the focus group?

Will anyone know I participated in a focus group?

Will the researchers share the information from the focus group?

Who do I contact if I have complaints or concerns?

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