Employment program to support HIV care in young Black sexual minority men

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of an employment program designed for young Black sexual minority men. Participants will attend a two-day workshop focused on employment skills and the connection between work and health. Over a period of 13 months, they will complete four surveys to assess their experiences and outcomes related to HIV care. The study also involves facilitators who will provide feedback through surveys and focus groups.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Identifying as male
* Being ages 18-29 years old; AND
* EITHER living with HIV currently OR identifying with a population highly impacted by HIV (based on race/ethnicity or having ever had sex with another man) OR
* Being ages 18 or older
* Participated in facilitation or administrative support for the program, "The Work Shop," at a partnering community-based organization

Exclusion Criteria:

\- Participated in the preceding employment intervention, "Work2Prevent"

Where it's running

• University of Chicago
  Chicago, Illinois, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Darnell Motley, PhD — University of Chicago
• Study coordinator: Jordan Victorian
• Email: jordan.victorian@bsd.uchicago.edu
• Phone: 773-702-5915

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.