ETHICS IN QUALITATIVE RESEARCH INVOLVING STREET CHILDREN

Abstract

Research involving children renders numerous doubts, problems, and questions. Furthermore, many of such issues remain unresolved. On the other hand, research involving children can be a fascinating adventure into their word. They are very useful, and help to create relations between adults and children, and what is more help children without big interference in their private life. In this article, I reflect upon the research process* from the perspective of research ethics and ethical issues concerning children. My aim is to delve into difficulties, but also opportunities that accompany the researchers working with children. The article aims to inspire researchers who want to conduct research involving children. It shows how to cope with some ethical issues which researchers may face.