Part B – Methodology & Ethics

To ensure robust and replicable results, the research methodology aligned with leading international standards and frameworks, including ISO/IEC 25040 (for quality evaluation), ISO/IEC FDIS 25766 (for age assurance systems) and IEEE 2089.1 (for online age checking systems). The methodology also considered unique Australian regulatory, cultural and social considerations, with specific attention to the participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and alignment with Australia’s privacy and online safety frameworks.

Our Core Principles

We honour the inherent worth, autonomy and diverse backgrounds of all participants – particularly children – through culturally sensitive, age-appropriate engagement.

We commit to open communication about the Trial’s purpose, scope, methods and outcomes – empowering trust, understanding and public confidence.

We uphold clear governance and independent oversight – enabling concerns to be raised, reviewed and acted on with integrity.

We pursue equity and inclusivity – actively addressing bias to ensure impartial treatment and representation across all demographics.

We safeguard participant privacy through data minimisation, secure handling and respectful collection aligned with human dignity.

We prioritise child safety and wellbeing – ensuring informed participation, adherence to rights and protection through every Trial phase.

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