What if people say they will complete the Community Mapping surveys but then refuse to sign the permission forms?
Most people who refuse to sign the permission forms have fear about putting their name down on a piece of paper that might connect them with their survey answers. It is best to train the volunteers in a variety of role-play situations so as they can easily explain to the participant that the survey is CONFIDENTIAL and is separated from the permission forms. The purpose of informed consent is to have the participant voluntarily confirm his or her willingness to participate in the surveying process, after having been informed of all aspects of the adult, adolescent, physician, or service site survey that are relevant to the subject’s decision to participate. Thus, in order to complete the surveys, the individual must sign the release.
