Implementation and effectiveness of transgender stigma reduction interventions in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The transgender or trans population is one of the most marginalized social groups globally, frequently experiencing ill-treatment and discrimination. This is disproportionately higher in sub-Saharan Africa where trans people experience stigma even in healthcare settings. There is limited evidence concerning the implementation and outcomes of interventions to mitigate this stigma. Therefore, this scoping review aimed to describe interventions and determine their effectiveness in reducing transgender stigma in sub-Saharan Africa.

Methods

Searches (completed November 01, 2021, and re-run May 2022) were conducted in MEDLINE (via PubMed), Cochrane Library including the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, EBSCOhost, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Hea

SUBMITTER: Muwanguzi PA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11361317 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature