Statement on Sex, Gender, Variations of Sex Characteristics and Sexual Orientation in Health and Medical Research

The Statement on Sex, Gender, Variations of Sex Characteristics and Sexual Orientation in Health and Medical Research (the Statement) is a joint initiative of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Department of Health and Aged Care. It aims to improve health outcomes by improving knowledge gaps and data collection in research. It also aims to promote a more inclusive approach to research by making it safer for people with lived experience to participate in research.

Last reviewed: 5 August 2024

Author(s): Department of Health and Aged Care, National Health and Medical Research Council
Organisation: Australian Government
Year Published: 2024
Language: English

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