HIV prevention training for Black women
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This study is testing a special training program designed to help Black women in Washington D.C. learn how to prevent HIV and feel more empowered.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Washington, District of Columbia and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06307028 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project provides tailored HIV prevention training and empowerment sessions specifically for Black women in Washington D.C. who are at high risk for HIV. The intervention consists of two cycles of six 3-hour sessions, accommodating up to 15 participants per cycle, facilitated by experienced trainers and observed by expert panelists. Participants will complete surveys after each session to evaluate the effectiveness of the training and identify areas for improvement.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are Black women aged 18 and older who have sex with men and reside in Washington D.C.
Not a fit: Patients who are HIV positive will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce HIV transmission rates among Black women in the community.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on tailored interventions for specific communities have shown success in improving health outcomes, making this approach promising.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Black women are eligible if you: * Have sex with men * Are age 18+ * Live in Washington D.C. * Are not HIV+ Exclusion Criteria: * HIV+
Where this trial is running
Washington, District of Columbia and 1 other locations
- The Women's Collective — Washington, District of Columbia, United States (Active_not_recruiting)
- Rutgers University — New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Shawnika Hull, PhD — Rutgers University School of Communication and Information
- Study coordinator: Shawnika Hull, PhD
- Email: sh1449@comminfo.rutgers.edu
- Phone: 520-661-3300
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.