The Shauriana Intervention for GBMSM in Kenya (NCT04550221) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Shauriana Intervention for GBMSM in Kenya
Kenya63 participantsStarted 2021-05-10
Plain-language summary
The Shauriana intervention, developed from qualitative work using a community-based participatory approach, aims to integrate PrEP, sexual health, and mental health support for gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men in Kenya. This study consists of a brief pilot test phase with 10 participants, followed by a randomized, controlled trial with 60 participants.
Who can participate
Age range18 Years – 35 Years
SexMALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Biologically male at birth and identifies as male, according to self-report
* 18 to 35 years of age
* Resident in the Kisumu area for ≥12 months
* Reports anal intercourse with a man in the past 3 months
* Not currently taking PrEP for HIV prevention in the past 3 months
* Willing to provide complete locator information
* Willing to undergo all study procedures, including HIV testing and counselling
* Not currently participating in any HIV prevention or vaccine study
* Planning to remain in the study area for at least 6 months
For the pilot study only, men will be required to speak English, in order to expedite the study team's analysis of feedback from these participants in preparation for the randomized controlled trial (RCT). Of note, approximately 50%-60% of young MSM in Kisumu speak English.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Unable to understand the study purpose and procedures
* Unwilling to adhere to study procedures
* Currently under the influence of alcohol or drugs
* Prior diagnosis of HIV infection