Five Point Initiative: A Bundled Implementation Strategy to Address the HIV Epidemic in Black Communities

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI · Sep 25, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called the Five Point Initiative, aims to help address the HIV epidemic in Black communities by improving HIV testing, increasing access to preventive medications (like PrEP), and promoting safer sex practices. The study will take place in neighborhoods in Miami where there is a higher rate of HIV. Researchers want to see if their strategy, which involves working with local barbershops, beauty salons, corner stores, laundromats, and car service providers, can make a difference in these areas.

To participate, you need to be present at one of the community events held at these locations. You should be at least 18 years old and able to understand the study's purpose and procedures. If you join, you'll complete a survey before and after the intervention, but you can only take part in the study once every six months. This means you'll have opportunities to learn more about HIV and get support, but you won’t be able to participate too frequently. Overall, this trial seeks to empower individuals and communities with knowledge and resources to fight HIV effectively.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Any individual present during the community events at the "five points" (barbershop, hair/beauty salon store or salon, corner store/grocery/neighborhood restaurant, laundromats, car service provider \[e.g. gas station, mechanic, car wash\]) in predominantly Black communities in Miami where HIV prevalence is high.
• • Pre- and Post-assessment: Individuals are only eligible to complete the survey one time during the Pre-Intervention and during the Post-Intervention phases.
• • Intervention: Individuals are only eligible to participate in the Intervention phase of this study once every 6 months.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Individuals who are unable to completely and fully understand the informed (verbal) consent process and the study procedures.
• • Individuals who have previously completed the survey during the Pre-Intervention and Post-Intervention phases.
• • Individuals who have participated in the Intervention phase of this study within less than 6 months.