Empowering Black male caregivers to support Black girls' sexual health
A Family-Based HIV Prevention Program for Black Men to Protect Black Girls
This study tests a new program that helps Black male caregivers support Black girls in staying healthy and safe from STIs and sexual violence.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 612 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Illinois at Chicago Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, Illinois) |
| Trial ID | NCT06266416 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to improve sexual reproductive health outcomes for Black girls by engaging Black male caregivers in prevention programs for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV. It recognizes the significant impact of familial relationships on the health of Black girls, particularly in addressing risks related to STIs and sexual violence. The intervention adapts an existing program, IMARA, to include male caregivers, thereby enhancing protective factors through family involvement. The study will assess the effectiveness of this adapted program in a community-based setting.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Black male caregivers of girls aged 14-19 who self-identify as African American or Black.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those who do not have a male caregiver involved in their lives or those who do not meet the racial and language criteria.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce the rates of STIs and HIV among Black girls by leveraging the support of male caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in engaging family members in health interventions, but this specific approach of including male caregivers is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: AIM 1: * Self-identify as African American, Black, or mixed race with African American or Black * Speak English * Males must identify as a current caregiver to girl enrolled in the study AIM 2: All Community Based Organizations (CBO) directors and IMAGE liaisons will be eligible. Exclusion Criteria: AIM 1: * Girl refuses to participate * Inability to understand the consent/assent process * Non-English speaking * Does not self-identify as African American, Black, or mixed race with African American or Black * If the primary caregiver (female caregiver/mother) does not consent to the girls' participation with the male caregiver the girl chooses, the girl will not be able to participate * Girls will be excluded if they participated in other phases of the research AIM 2: • Inability to understand the consent process, and non-employment at a partnering CBO.
Where this trial is running
Chicago, Illinois
- University of Illinois Chicago — Chicago, Illinois, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Natasha Crooks, PhD
- Email: ncrooks@uic.edu
- Phone: 312-996-5801
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.