Charles Sturt University and NHMRC invite 18- to 25-year-old men who have sex with men (MSM) to participate in our study, the PrEP Empowerment Project!
Why this research matters:
We know that young MSM are struggling to access HIV-PrEP. Our research aims to identify and break down barriers that young gay, bi+ and other MSM face in accessing PrEP and HIV healthcare by surveying, interviewing and co-designing a solution together. The research will also look at general practitioners’ PrEP knowledge, attitudes and practices, identifying any gaps and opportunities for improvement.
Innovative solutions – Tech and peer support:
A key outcome of the project will be the development of a mobile app and a peer navigation program designed to support young men in accessing PrEP more easily and confidently.
Get involved – We need your voice:
Please fill out an Expression of Interest if you are:
- A gay, bisexual, or other man who has sex with men, aged 18 to 25, or
- A general practitioner working in Australia.
There are lots of opportunities to get involved and ensure community needs are addressed meaningfully:
- Join our Research Advisory Committee – paid per meeting, 2 meetings per year.
- Join an expert panel to design the 2 project surveys – paid per survey.
- Fill out community surveys – go into a prize draw.
- Join the Peer Navigation team – various paid opportunities.
- Join our research team – complete a paid PhD or Honours Project!
Together, we can break down barriers, build better systems, and bring Australia closer to ending HIV transmission.
Have questions? Email Dr Brian Sengstock and the team at [email protected].
This research is funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and has ethics approval from Charles Sturt University Human Research Ethics Committee (H25121).