Can interfaith research partnerships develop new paradigms for condom use and HIV prevention? The implementation of conceptual events in Malawi results in a 'spiritualised condom'.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The aim of this intervention research study was to engage senior leaders of faith-based organisations (FBOs) in Malawi in a participatory process to construct an interfaith theology of HIV/AIDS. This process was designed to enhance the capacity of faith leaders to respond more effectively to the HIV/AIDS pandemic.

Methods

An evidence-driven combination of ethnographic and participatory action research methodologies was utilised. Conceptual events-innovative participatory action research processes-were held over the 4-year project and brought together health service providers, policy makers and a non-governmental organisation in partnership with FBOs and grassroots faith-based communities.

Results

Through facilitated dialogue, an interfaith theology of HIV/A

SUBMITTER: Willms DG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3596774 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature