AAA is committed to helping all anthropologists have access to quality information regarding methodological and ethical best practices. The Association’s Principles of Professional Responsibility include:
- Do No Harm
- Be Open and Honest Regarding Your Work
- Obtain Informed Consent and Necessary Permissions
- Weigh Competing Ethical Obligations Due Collaborators and Affected Parties
- Make Your Results Accessible
- Protect and Preserve Your Records
- Maintain Respectful and Ethical Professional Relationships
In dealing with ethical dilemmas, anthropology students, researchers and practitioners may find the following resources useful:
- Institutional Review Boards and Anthropology
- American Association of University Professors statement on Sexual Harassment
- What To Do About Sexual Harassment