Graham Publishes Pilot Results of HIV Prevention Intervention for Young Sexual Minority Men in Kenya
Posted: 2/12/2026 (CSDE Research)
CSDE Affiliate Susan M. Graham (Medicine and Global Health) and co-authors recently published the pilot results of the Shauriana Intervention for young Kenyan gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) in AIDS Behavior. In close collaboration with GBMSM community leaders, Graham and coauthors developed a theory-based, culturally-tailored HIV prevention intervention that integrates sexual health and mental health support. The research team conducted a randomized trial comparing the pilot intervention to standard care. At six months, acceptability was high, and most participants rated its value and relevance highly. Attendance was excellent, with all 29 intervention participants completing all five sessions. Exploratory analyses suggest improved knowledge of PrEP, healthy relationships, and communication, as well as higher condom use at last sex. Future work is warranted to evaluate this intervention in a larger trial.