How relationships and migration shape HIV prevention among African immigrants
Tests a relationship-focused HIV prevention component in African immigrants living in New York and Massachusetts.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Examining Migration, Social Bonds, Transnationalism, and HIV Prevention Pathways Among African Immigrants.
Key facts
- Where
- Buffalo, United StatesSee the site
Could this be for you?
Answer for yourself. This is not a decision: only the study team can say whether you can take part.
- Are you between 18 and 50 years old?
Source: NCT07565584, who can take part
Where in United States
- State University of New York at BuffaloBuffalo, United StatesNo longer taking part
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- State University of New York at Buffalo
- Trial code
- NCT07565584
- Record updated
- 16 October 2026
- Original description
The goal of this mixed-methods pilot study is to learn whether migration experiences, social bonds, and transnational ties shape HIV prevention decision-making, including HIV testing, HIV self-testing (HIVST), and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake, among first-generation African immigrants aged 18 to 50 residing in New York and Massachusetts. The main questions it aims to answer are:Read full original descriptionShow less
Migration, Social Bonds, Transnationalism, and HIV Prevention Pathways Among African Immigrants (MiST-Pathways)
The goal of this mixed-methods pilot study is to learn whether migration experiences, social bonds, and transnational ties shape HIV prevention decision-making, including HIV testing, HIV self-testing (HIVST), and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake, among first-generation African immigrants aged 18 to 50 residing in New York and Massachusetts. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* What relationship typologies and migration-related relational mechanisms influence HIV testing, HIVST, and PrEP decision-making among African immigrants? * Can a relationship-tailored HIV prevention intervention component, co-developed with the community, demonstrate feasibility and acceptability among African immigrants? * Does exposure to the prioritized intervention component show directional increases in HIV testing intention, willingness to use HIVST, interest in PrEP, and readiness for relationship-based prevention communication? There is no comparison group. All Aim 3 participants receive the same co-developed intervention component.
Participants will:
* Complete a qualitative interview (60-90 minutes) and/or a structured electronic survey (15-20 minutes) about their relationship experiences, migration history, and HIV prevention behaviors. * Take part in a 3-4 hour structured group deliberation session called a Palava Hut Conversation to co-develop and prioritize HIV prevention intervention ideas. * Complete a baseline survey, receive the prioritized intervention component in a structured Zoom session, and complete a follow-up survey with an optional 60-90 minute cognitive interview for a subset of participants.
Inclusion: Age 18 to 50 years at the time of enrollment; Self-identify as a first-generation African immigrant (born in an African country and currently residing in the United States); Currently reside in New York or Massachusetts; Able to communicate in English at approximately a 3rd-grade reading level; Have access to a smartphone or computer with internet capability sufficient to participate in Zoom and/or WhatsApp-based study activities; Willing and able to provide informed consent.
Exclusion: Are under 18 years of age; Do not self-identify as a first-generation African immigrant; Do not reside in New York or Massachusetts; Are unable to provide informed consent; Do not have access to the technology required for virtual participation (Zoom and/or WhatsApp).