M-Suubi: A family-centered plan to reduce HIV stigma and improve treatment for adolescents with HIV in Uganda
Official title: M-Suubi: A Multi-level integrated intervention to reduce the impact of HIV stigma on HIV treatment outcomes among adolescents living with HIV in Uganda
Funded at New York University · NIH-11423990 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A trial tests a multi-level program that combines family groups and economic support to help adolescents living with HIV in Uganda stay on treatment and reduce stigma.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2025 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $420,453 |
| NIH project number | 7R01MH126892-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11423990 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adolescents living with HIV in Uganda who experience stigma and challenges with treatment adherence.
✕Less likely to help
Adolescents without stigma or adherence challenges may derive fewer direct benefits from the program.
What this research studies
This project will test a combined approach that addresses both social stigma and economic challenges faced by adolescents with HIV. Researchers will implement Multiple Family Groups focused on HIV stigma reduction alongside a family economic empowerment component, in Uganda, and assess how these support strategies influence treatment adherence and outcomes. The study aims to adapt lessons for future use in the United States, bridging global findings with local needs. By engaging families, schools, and communities, the intervention seeks to create a more supportive environment for ALHIV to stay connected to care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could improve adherence to HIV treatment and reduce stigma for adolescents, leading to better health outcomes and Quality of Life.
How similar studies have gone: Prior studies in similar stigma-reduction and family-centered strategies have shown promise in improving engagement with care in adolescent HIV populations, though country-specific results vary.
Where this research is happening
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New York University
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ssewamala, Fred M — New York University
- Study coordinator: Ssewamala, Fred M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.