Research methods on hard-to-reach and vulnerable populations
Cluster
Research and Valorization
Target audience
PhD researchers from diverse background (e.g. medical and health sciences, social sciences, behavioural sciences and etc) who are engaged in, or interested in, research involving populations labelled as vulnerable or hard-to-reach. The more diverse the participant group, the greater the learning opportunities offered. The seminar is designed to accommodate both qualitative and quantitative method PhD researchers. While both early-stage and senior PhD researchers are encouraged to attend, early-stage researchers stand to gain particularly valuable insights and skills for their future practical work.
Organising and Scientific Committee
Siyane Deressan (Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Department of Agricultural Economics, INSPIRA-Research Group)
Prof Joost Dessein (Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Department of Agricultural Economics, INSPIRA-Research Group)
Abstract
Hard-to-reach or vulnerable population groups, who are often characterized by limited accessibility, marginalized status, and socio-economic disadvantages, pose challenges for research due to barriers in engagement and the need for specialized methodologies to capture their unique experiences. This seminar is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge, practical skills, and ethical considerations essential for conducting meaningful and respectful research involving hard-to-reach and vulnerable populations within diverse socio-cultural contexts.
Objectives
After the completion of the seminar participants will be able to: i) explore and employ innovative research methodologies, approaches and tools tailored to engage and gather data from hard-to-reach populations effectively ii)apply ethical considerations and principles of conducting research in hard-to-reach populations, emphasizing informed consent, confidentiality, empathy, objectivity and cultural sensitivity iii)devise strategies to gain access and establish trust and rapport with hard-to-reach communities or populations, fostering meaningful participation and collaboration in research iv)translate research findings into actionable insights and policy recommendations, advocating for positive change and social impact while respecting the dignity and rights of studied populations.
Dates and venue
February 21 and February 28, 2024
Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University campus coupure Block A, Auditorium A3
Programme
Day 1 (February 21, 2024, from 13:00-17:00) is devoted to a general overview and discussion of the challenges in conducting research with hard-to-reach populations and approaches to address that.
Day 2 (February 28, 2024, from 13:00- 17:00) students will present their work and we will hold a brief class discussion after each presentation.
Registration
- Follow this link for the registration and waiting list.
- Your registration will be confirmed by separate e-mail from the Doctoral Schools.
- Cancellation of your registration can only be performed by sending an email to doctoralschools@ugent.be.
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The no show policy applies.
Registration fee
Free of charge for Doctoral School members.
Number of participants
Maximum 20
Language
English
Evaluation method
The evaluation is based on the work done during the class assignments (30%), the combination of class attendance, active participation during the lectures and other students’ presentations (40%), and a case presentation (30%).
After successful participation, the Doctoral Schools will add this course to your curriculum of the Doctoral Training Programme in Oasis. Please note that this can take up to one to two months after completion of the course.