Table 2.
Major ethical principles of research guiding community‐based research activities
| Principle | Examples of application of the principle |
|---|---|
| Autonomy | Freedom to give or withhold consent to research participation |
| Respect for privacy of information | |
| Maintenance of confidentiality | |
| Non‐maleficence | Refraining from inflicting harm upon others |
| Beneficence | Action intended to benefit or promote the well‐being of others |
| Acting in the best interest of the population in public health settings | |
| Justice | The moral principle that relates to proper balance among persons or groups |