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Area of Science:

  • Genomics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health Ethics

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) disproportionately affects specific ethnic groups in Aotearoa New Zealand.
  • Genome sequencing of TB isolates offers insights into strains and transmission for targeted interventions.
  • Current TB sample collection for research lacks culturally appropriate ethical considerations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore community perspectives on the collection and governance of TB isolate samples for research.
  • To advocate for culturally nuanced and community-driven ethical frameworks in TB research.
  • To integrate Indigenous data sovereignty principles into research governance models.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative kaupapa Māori-consistent study design.
  • Preliminary discussions with Māori, Pacific, and Afghan communities in New Zealand.
  • Analysis of community concerns regarding TB sample collection and use.

Main Results:

  • Participants highlighted significant concerns about current research practices.
  • Community input is crucial for developing ethical guidelines for TB sample management.
  • There is a need for flexible, meaningful, and culturally sensitive consultative processes.

Conclusions:

  • Ethical TB research requires culturally informed, community-generated guidelines.
  • Respecting Indigenous data sovereignty and kāwanatanga is essential for multicultural data governance.
  • Future research governance must address the physical and symbolic impacts of TB and stigma.