Table 9 Frequency of ethical reflections (perceptions of whether data collection was the right vs. wrong thing to do)
Ethical reflections | ||
|---|---|---|
Category | Subcategories | Frequency |
Doing this study was the right thing to do | ||
Understanding the impact of LPint | 9/26 (7DC + 2KI) | |
Facilitating positive changes within community. | 8/26 (6DC + 2KI) | |
Gaining insights into the levels of gender-based violence. | 3/26 (3DC) | |
Fostering the courage to work in challenging environments. | 3/26 (DC + KI) | |
Witnessing trial participants’ enthusiasm toward the project | 2/26 (2DC) | |
Risk worth taking | ||
Curiosity about understanding the field realities. | 7/26 (5DC + 2KI) | |
The necessity of fulfilling the research mission. | 4/26 (3DC + KI) | |
The desire to learn from LPint impact. | 3/26 (3 DC) | |
The willingness to contribute to community welfare. | 3/26 (2DC + KI) | |
The role of research in promoting peacebuilding. | 2/26 (2DC) | |