Informed Consent
Informed Consent
I have read the foregoing information, or it has been read to me. I have had the opportunity to ask
questions about it and any questions that I have asked have been answered to my satisfaction. I
consent voluntarily to participate as a participant in this research.
Date: ………………………………….
If illiterate:
A literate witness must sign (if possible, this person should be selected by the participant and should
have no connection to the research team). Participants who are illiterate should include their thumb-
print as well.
I have witnessed the accurate reading of the consent form to the potential participant, and the
individual has had the opportunity to ask questions. I confirm that the individual has given consent
freely.
Date: …………………………..
STATEMENT BY THE RESEARCHER/PERSON TAKING CONSENT
I have accurately read out the information sheet to the potential participant, and to the best of my
ability made sure that the participant understands that the following will be done:
I confirm that the participant was given an opportunity to ask questions about the study, and all the
questions asked by the participant have been answered correctly and to the best of my ability. I
confirm that the individual has not been coerced into giving consent, and the consent has been given
freely and voluntarily.
Date: …………………………………