Understanding sexual literacy among parents and carers: supporting a whole-of-community approach to sexual health promotion and education |
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Project title: Understanding sexual literacy among parents and carers: supporting a whole-of-community approach to sexual health promotion and education |
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The research is being carried out by the following researchers: |
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Chief Investigator |
Dr Jennifer Power |
The Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society, La Trobe University |
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Co-Investigator |
Dr Alexandra James |
The Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society, La Trobe University |
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Co-Investigator |
Dr Thomas Norman |
The Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society, La Trobe University |
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Co-Investigator |
Dr Jack Thepsourinthone |
The Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society, La Trobe University |
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Co-Investigator |
Lily Moor |
The Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society, La Trobe University |
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Research funder |
This research is funded by the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care.
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- What is the study about?
You are invited to participate in a study about the ways that parents and carers of school aged dependent(s) understand topics of sexual literacy, wellbeing and relationships. We hope to learn how parents and carers feel they are able to talk to their partners, friends, healthcare providers, counsellors or other professionals, and their dependents about topics of sex and relationships. The aim is to identify support needs of parents and carers with respect to sexual literacy and supporting their dependent's relationship and sexuality education.
- Do I have to participate?
Being part of this study is voluntary. If you want to be part of the study we ask that you read the information below carefully.
You can read the information below and decide at the end if you do not want to participate. If you decide not to participate this won't affect your relationship with La Trobe University or any other listed organisation (e.g., Australian Department of Health and Aged Care).
- Who is being asked to participate?
You have been asked to participate because:
- You reside in Australia;
- Are aged over 18 years
- Are the parent or carer of a school aged dependent (aged 5-18)
- What will I be asked to do?
If you want to take part in this study, we will ask you to complete a short survey containing questions about topics of sexual literacy, wellbeing, and relationships. It will take approximately 30 minutes of your time to be part of this study.
- What are the benefits?
The benefit of you taking part in this study is that you will help to support a greater understanding of the sexual literacy needs of parents and carers and have an opportunity to reflect on your own experiences of learning and talking to your dependent about sex and relationships. The expected benefits to society in general are an increase in knowledge and understanding which will provide an informed basis for improving policy, regulatory, and educational responses in this area.
You will also be reimbursed for you participation via Dynata in the form of points which are able to redeemed in the form of a gift card or PayPal transfer. After the completion of this survey you will be awarded 4000 points, equivalent to $4.
- What are the risks?
With any study there are (1) risks we know about, (2) risks we don't know about, and (3) risks we don't expect. If you experience something that you aren't sure about, please contact us immediately so we can discuss the best way to manage your concerns.
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Name/Organisation |
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Dr Jennifer Power |
Associate Professor and Principal Research Fellow |
03 9479 8721 |
jennifer.power@latrobe.edu.au |
We have listed the risks we know about below. This will help you decide if you want to be part of the study.
- Participating in this survey may cause emotional distress in discussing relationships if you have previously experienced harmful relationships.
- Participating in this survey may cause emotional or psychological discomfort and embarrassment from questions about the topic of sex and relationships, however, we hope that this research will provide a safe space in which you feel comfortable to share your experiences without any fear of judgement.
- What will happen to information about me?
By clicking on the 'I agree, start questionnaire' button, this tells us you want to take part in the study.
We will collect information about you in ways that will not reveal who you are.
We will store information about you in ways that will not reveal who you are.
We will publish information about you in ways that you will not be identified in any type of publication from this study. This may include future studies not specific to this project, but before the data destruction date (specified below).
We will keep your information for 5 years after the project is completed. After this time we will destroy all of your data.
The storage, transfer and destruction of your data will be undertaken in accordance with the Research Data Management Policy https://policies.latrobe.edu.au/document/view.php?id=106/.
The personal information you provide will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, any health information collected will be handled in accordance with the Health Records Act 2001 (Vic). Subject to any exceptions in relevant laws, you have the right to access and correct your personal information by contacting the research team.
- Will I hear about the results of the study?
It is anticipated that the results of this research project will be published and/or presented in a variety of forums. In any publication and/or presentation, information will be provided in such a way that the participant cannot be identified. Participation in this online survey is anonymous.
A listing of research outputs, including links to publicly accessible outputs, will be provided on the study's website and publicized through the ARCSHS mailing list and associated social media accounts (twitter: @ltu_sex_health). You can also contact the lead researcher Associate Professor Jennifer Power (Jennifer.Power@latrobe.edu.au) for a copy of the final report, once published.
- What if I change my mind?
If you no longer want to complete the questionnaire, simply close the web browser. If you change your mind after clicking on the 'Submit' button, we cannot withdraw your responses because we cannot link who you are with your questionnaire responses.
Your decision to withdraw at any point will not affect your relationship with La Trobe University or any other organisation listed (e.g., Australian Department of Health and Aged Care).
- Who can I contact for questions or want more information?
If you would like to speak to us, please use the contact details below:
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Dr Jennifer Power |
Associate Professor and Principal Research Fellow |
03 9479 8721 |
jennifer.power@latrobe.edu.au |
- What if I have a complaint?
If you have a complaint about any part of this study, please contact:
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Ethics Reference Number |
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HEC23221 |
Senior Research Ethics Officer |
+61 3 9479 1443 |
Consent Form - Declaration by Participant
I (the participant) have read understood the Participant Information Statement and any questions have been answered to my satisfaction. I agree to participate in the study. I agree for my data and information provided to be used in this project and other future projects until the deletion of the data after five (5) years. I agree information provided by me or with my permission during the project may be included in a thesis, presentation and published in journals on the condition that I cannot be identified.