Ethical conduct underpins all of OVARI’s work.

We are committed to:

• Informed consent
• Transparency and independence
• Protection of participant rights
• Responsible data and tissue governance

OVARI is governed by a Board of Trustees responsible for ensuring the charity operates lawfully, ethically, and in the public interest.

The Board oversees:

• Strategy and accountability
• Research and education priorities
• Financial stewardship
• Risk and compliance

OVARI complies with UK data protection legislation.

We maintain clear policies covering:

• Data handling and security
• Participant rights
• Data minimisation and retention

A named Data Protection Lead is responsible for oversight and compliance.