Feasibility and acceptability of peer-led assessment of HIV risk among female sex workers in Zimbabwe.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Female sex workers (FSWs) in sub-Saharan Africa are at higher risk of HIV acquisition and transmission. However, FSWs' life experiences are heterogeneous and are important to characterise in order to tailor responses to individual needs. Peer microplanners are FSWs trained to engage other FSWs and offer each individual a tailored package of support. We sought to assess the feasibility, acceptability and fidelity of implementing peer-led assessments of risk.

Methods

Between December 2020 and August 2021, we conducted a qualitative process evaluation study of the Adapted Microplanning: Eliminating Transmissible HIV In Sex Transactions (AMETHIST) trial's peer-led assessment of FSWs' risk of HIV acquisition and transmission. We enrolled 60 participants (30 FSW and 3

SUBMITTER: Matambanadzo P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12684197 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature