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  • Sociology
  • Qualitative Research Methods
  • Ethics in Research

Background:

  • Reflexivity is crucial for ethical fieldwork, especially when researchers may impact study conduct or the well-being of participants.
  • Counterspaces, such as support groups for marginalized communities, require careful ethical navigation by researchers.
  • Implicit biases held by researchers can pose significant ethical challenges in qualitative studies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the application of reflexivity in addressing ethical dilemmas during fieldwork.
  • To examine the researcher's process of managing implicit biases within a study of a counterspace for African-American youth.
  • To propose considerations for using reflexivity to ensure ethical practices in counterspace research.

Main Methods:

  • The study employed a reflexive approach to fieldwork.
  • The researcher documented and analyzed personal experiences with implicit bias.
  • Qualitative data collection focused on a counterspace serving formerly incarcerated African-American youth.

Main Results:

  • Reflexivity enabled the researcher to identify and address personal implicit biases.
  • The process led to a decision on how to ethically continue the research.
  • Ethical considerations for fieldwork in counterspaces were highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • Reflexivity is an effective tool for navigating complex ethical situations in qualitative research.
  • Researchers must actively address implicit biases to maintain ethical integrity.
  • Ethical fieldwork in sensitive settings like counterspaces benefits from rigorous self-reflection.