The IPOV Project (Innovative Practices for Obstetric Violence Prevention), hosted on the RespectfulCare.eu platform, is committed to adhering to the FAIR principles in managing and sharing data. These principles ensure that the data collected, processed, and used throughout the project is Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable. Below, we provide an overview of what these principles mean and how they are implemented in the IPOV project.

1. What are the FAIR Principles?

The FAIR Principles are a set of guidelines for improving the management and reuse of data in scientific research. These principles stand for:

  • Findable: Data should be easy to find for both humans and computers. This includes using rich metadata (descriptive information) and assigning a unique identifier (such as a DOI) to each dataset.
  • Accessible: Once data is found, it should be easily accessible, usually through a well-defined protocol that allows access to authorised users while protecting sensitive information.
  • Interoperable: Data should be presented in a way that allows it to be integrated with other datasets and used in different systems, ensuring compatibility with various platforms.
  • Reusable: Data should be reusable for future research, which means it should be well-documented, clearly licensed, and described in sufficient detail for others to understand its context and usability.

2. How are the FAIR Principles applied in the IPOV Project?

In the IPOV Project, we follow the FAIR principles in the following ways:

Findable Data
  • All datasets generated during the project will be assigned a unique and persistent identifier, such as a Digital Object Identifier (DOI).
  • We will use clear and detailed metadata to describe each dataset, making it easy for other researchers or organisations to discover the data through standard search engines and data repositories.
Accessible Data
  • Data will be stored in trusted repositories that comply with security and privacy standards, ensuring that authorised users can access it via a transparent and secure process.
  • Sensitive or personal data will be safeguarded according to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), meaning access will be restricted based on privacy protocols.
Interoperable Data
  • We ensure that the data is stored in widely accepted formats (such as CSV, JSON, or XML) to facilitate integration with other systems and software.
  • Where appropriate, we use standard vocabularies and ontologies to ensure data is compatible across different platforms and disciplines.
Reusable Data
  • We provide clear licensing terms for the data to enable its use in future research, ensuring compliance with the necessary ethical guidelines.
  • Data will be well-documented, including the context in which it was collected, the methodologies used, and any assumptions made, so that other researchers can confidently reuse it for different purposes.

3. Benefits of Applying the FAIR Principles

By adhering to the FAIR principles, the IPOV Project ensures that:

  • Researchers and stakeholders can easily access and understand the data, fostering collaboration and transparency.
  • Data can be reused and built upon in future projects, avoiding duplication of effort and resources.
  • Scientific advancements in the field of obstetric violence prevention can be made more efficiently through shared knowledge and resources.
  • Ethical standards are maintained, ensuring that all personal and sensitive data is handled with the highest level of care and security.

4. Access and Rights

While the data we collect is meant to be accessible and reusable, it is essential to ensure that it is done ethically and legally:

  • Participants’ personal and sensitive information is protected under GDPR, ensuring that all data handling follows strict privacy guidelines.
  • Anonymised data will be shared with the scientific community and stakeholders to ensure broader application and future research potential.
  • All data reuse must adhere to the licensing terms provided, respecting intellectual property rights and ethical considerations.

5. How You Can Benefit as a Participant

As a participant in the IPOV Project:

  • You can be confident that your data is being managed securely and ethically.
  • The findings from the project will contribute to a growing body of research aimed at improving the understanding and prevention of obstetric violence.
  • Your contribution helps to ensure that future research is built on a solid foundation of FAIR-compliant data, benefiting the wider scientific and healthcare communities.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding the FAIR principles, how your data will be used, or your rights as a participant, please contact us at cm@respectfulcare.eu. We are committed to transparency and are happy to provide more information about our data management processes.


By ensuring that all data is Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable, we are creating a robust and ethical framework for scientific research within the IPOV Project.

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Information on the Data Collection Tool and How Your Personal Data is Handled

This project has received funding from the European Union under the Horizon-MSCA-2022-Staff Exchange programme, which requires strict adherence to European standards for the collection, processing, and storage of personal data. Below, we explain how your data is managed as part of this project.

1. What type of data do we collect?

We collect personal data relevant to the objectives of the project, such as your name, email address, and, in some cases, additional information related to your participation in the project or study. All the information we collect will only be used for the purposes outlined below.

2. What is your data used for?

Your data is essential for fulfilling the objectives of this research and collaboration project. We will use it to:

  • Analyse and improve the project outcomes.
  • Share generalised study results with participants, always in an anonymised format to ensure that your identity is not disclosed.

3. How do we protect your data?

The handling of your personal data fully complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This means that:

  • Your consent: We will ask for your explicit consent before collecting any personal information.
  • Security: We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including encryption and secure storage on restricted-access servers.
  • Anonymisation: Where possible, data will be processed in an anonymised form, ensuring that your identity cannot be linked to the information you provide.

4. Who do we share your data with?

Your data will not be shared with any external entity outside the project consortium unless you have given prior consent or if we are required to do so by law. Within the project, only authorised personnel will have access to your information, always for purposes related to the project’s objectives.

5. Transparency and access to information

As a participant, you have the right to:

  • Access the data we have collected about you at any time.
  • Correct any errors in the information you have provided.
  • Withdraw your consent and request the deletion of your data if you choose to no longer participate in the project.

6. Project visibility and funding

This project is funded by the European Union under the Horizon-MSCA-2022-Staff Exchange programme, aimed at promoting collaborative research and innovation across Europe and beyond. The funding received from the European Union ensures compliance with the highest ethical and legal standards in data handling.

7. How long do we store your data?

Your data will only be stored for as long as necessary to achieve the project’s objectives and in accordance with European regulations. Once the project is completed, your personal data will be deleted or anonymised, in line with current legislation, unless you have agreed for it to be retained for future studies.

8. Who to contact for more information?

If you have additional questions about how your data is being used, wish to exercise your rights under GDPR, or require more information about the project, please contact us at: cm@respectfulcare.eu