Improving access to HIV services for Black men involved in the justice system

J-RISE: Relevant Implementation Strategies to Eliminate the social and structural barriers to HIV services among Justice-involved Black men who have sex with men

NIH-funded research University of Chicago · NIH-10927413

This study is looking to help Black men who have sex with men and are involved in the justice system by making it easier for them to access HIV services and job support, using a mix of helpful programs in their communities.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Chicago NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chicago, United States)
Project IDNIH-10927413 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on addressing the social and structural barriers that justice-involved Black men who have sex with men (BMSM) face in accessing HIV services. It employs a combination of four key interventions, including transitional case management and employment navigation, to enhance service uptake. The study will implement these strategies within community and criminal justice settings, aiming to improve both HIV-related and employment services. By evaluating the effectiveness of these bundled interventions, the research seeks to create sustainable solutions for this vulnerable population.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black men who have sex with men and are currently involved in the justice system.

Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the justice system or who do not identify as Black men who have sex with men may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to HIV services and employment opportunities for justice-involved Black men who have sex with men.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using similar bundled intervention strategies to improve access to health services among marginalized populations.

Where this research is happening

Chicago, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome VirusAcquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus
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