BIPOC Wellness Collective Social Science Research Study: Consent Form

Title of Study: You will be participating in either the Exploring Mental Health Perceptions, Coping Strategies, and Support Systems Among BIPOC People or Understanding the Workplace Experiences of BIPOC Women 

Affiliation: BIPOC Wellness Collective
Contact Information: research@bipocwellnesscollective.com

Purpose of the Study:

You are invited to participate in a research study conducted by BIPOC Wellness Collective which aims to explore how cultural beliefs, intergenerational trauma, and support systems influence the mental health and coping strategies of the BIPOC community across generations. Your participation will help us better understand these issues and contribute to the development of content, products, and services that support BIPOC mental health.

Procedures:

If you agree to participate, you will be involved in activities such as:

• Participant Observation: Observations of everyday interactions and practices related to mental health within the community.
• Interviews: One or more interviews to gather your thoughts, beliefs, and experiences regarding mental health, cultural practices, trauma, and support systems. Interviews may be audio or video recorded if you consent to it.
• Field Notes: The researcher will take notes during observations and interviews.

Your participation is expected to take approximately a few hours over the course of several weeks.

Confidentiality:

Your identity will be kept confidential. Pseudonyms will be used in any reports or publications. All information, including recorded data, will be stored securely in a password-protected electronic system, and only authorized members of the research team will have access to it. Data will be retained for a minimum of three years and will be destroyed after that period.

Risks and Benefits:

There are no foreseeable risks beyond what you might encounter in your daily life. Participation is entirely voluntary, and you may withdraw from the study at any time without penalty. While there are no direct benefits to you, your insights will contribute to a broader understanding of mental health among the BIPOC community, potentially benefiting future generations.

Voluntary Participation:

Participation in this study is completely voluntary. You have the right to refuse to participate or withdraw from the study at any time without consequence. You may also choose not to answer specific questions during the interviews if they make you uncomfortable.

Use of Data:

The data collected will be used for research purposes, including publications, presentations, and product development related to our mission to support the mental health of the BIPOC community.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions or concerns about your participation in this study, please feel free to contact Lynnette Price at info@bipocwellnesscollective.com.

Consent:

By signing below, you indicate that you have read and understood the information provided, that you agree to participate in this study, and that you consent to the recording and storage of data as described.