Ethical issues with social impact measurement

Paterson-Young, C. and Hazenberg, R. (2021) Ethical issues with social impact measurement. In: Hazenberg, R. and Paterson-Young, C. (eds.) Social Impact Measurement for a Sustainable Future : The Power of Aesthetics and Practical Implications. Palgrave Macmillan Ltd.. pp. 301-315.

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Item Type:	Book Section
Abstract:	Social impact measurement has received increasing attention, with organisations under pressure to evidence outcomes and impact of activities (specifically, activities aligned with SDGs). Obtaining evidence requires interaction with beneficiaries and stakeholders to understand the impact of activities on their lives, as well as information gathered from big data. This chapter will identify how the processes for collecting data (to measure social impact) can result in ethical violations that directly impact individuals and society. It will explore the decision processes in obtaining data which is essential in promoting research that is underpinned by strong ethical principles. The chapter will end with the provision of an ethical framework for measuring social impact [Relevant SDGs: SDG16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions; SDG17: Partnerships for the Goals].
Creators:	Paterson-Young, Claire and Hazenberg, Richard
Editors:	Hazenberg, Richard and Paterson-Young, Claire
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan Ltd.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:	Research Institutes > Institute for Social Innovation and Impact
Date:	17 December 2021
Date Type:	Publication
Page Range:	pp. 301-315
Title of Book:	Social Impact Measurement for a Sustainable Future : The Power of Aesthetics and Practical Implications
Language:	English
DOI:	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-83152-3_15
Status:	Published / Disseminated
Refereed:	Yes
Related URLs:	https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/9... https://pure.northampton.ac.uk/en/public...
URI:	http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/15612

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