Comparing strategies to scale economic empowerment interventions for adolescents affected by HIV/AIDS
Bridges2Scale: Testing Implementation Strategies for an Economic Empowerment Intervention Among Young People Orphaned by AIDS
This study tests two different ways to run a program that helps teenagers in Uganda affected by HIV/AIDS become more economically empowered and see if one way works better than the other.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 1440 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Washington University School of Medicine Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Masaka) |
| Trial ID | NCT06347146 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate two different strategies for implementing the Bridges program, which focuses on economic empowerment to reduce HIV-related risks among adolescents aged 13-17 in Uganda. The study will compare a standard implementation strategy with an enhanced one across 48 schools in the Greater Masaka region. Key outcomes include assessing the fidelity and sustainability of the program, as well as its clinical effectiveness in improving ART adherence and mental health. Additionally, the trial will explore the costs associated with each implementation strategy.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adolescents aged 13-17 who are students at public primary schools in high HIV/AIDS prevalence areas of the Greater Masaka region.
Not a fit: Patients with significant cognitive impairments that hinder their understanding of the informed consent process may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve the health and economic well-being of adolescents affected by HIV/AIDS.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar economic empowerment interventions, indicating a promising approach for this population.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Adolescent inclusion criteria: 1. Ages 13-17 2. a student at one of the 48 public primary schools included in the study-schools located in high HIV/AIDS prevalence areas in the greater Masaka region 3. living within a family and not an institution/orphanage Caregiver inclusion criteria: 1. self-identified and confirmed by the adolescent and youth as primary caregiver of the adolescent and youth 2. capable of providing informed consent Youth-serving NGOs inclusion criteria: 1. registered with the government of Uganda 2. willing to work with the study team 3. have a history of implementing micro-finance economic empowerment interventions. Exclusion Criteria: 1. anyone with a significant cognitive impairment that interferes with their understanding of the informed consent process, or is unable/unwilling to consent.
Where this trial is running
Masaka
- International Center for Child Health and Development — Masaka, Uganda (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Fred Ssewamala, PhD
- Email: fms1@wustl.edu
- Phone: 314-935-8521
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.