Reducing stigma to improve HIV testing and care for trans women in Nepal
Sweekar - Multi-level intersectional stigma reduction to increase HIV testing and care engagement among trans women in Nepal
This study is working to help trans women in Nepal get better access to HIV testing and care by tackling the discrimination they face and providing support and education to encourage them to seek the health services they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Public Health Foundation Enterprises NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (City of Industry, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10871688 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the significant barriers faced by trans women in Nepal regarding HIV testing and care engagement. By focusing on the intersectional stigma that these individuals experience, the project will implement a multi-level intervention designed to reduce discrimination and improve access to health services. The approach includes community engagement and educational components to empower trans women and encourage them to seek HIV testing and treatment. The study builds on previous findings that highlight the urgent need for tailored interventions in low- and middle-income countries.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are trans women living in Nepal who are at risk for or affected by HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as trans women or who are not residing in Nepal may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased HIV testing rates and better health outcomes for trans women in Nepal.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting intersectional stigma in low- and middle-income countries, similar approaches have shown promise in other contexts.
Where this research is happening
City of Industry, United States
- Public Health Foundation Enterprises — City of Industry, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meek, Erin Catherine — Public Health Foundation Enterprises
- Study coordinator: Meek, Erin Catherine
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 below.