PURPOSE: To develop optimal methods to study sexual health among black young men who have sex with men and transgender women (BYMSM/TW). METHODS: We conducted a mixed-methods prospective study to identify recruitment and retention strategies for BYMSM/TW (age 16-21) in Washington D.C., and describe HIV risk behaviors and context. RESULTS: Incentivized peer referral was highly productive, and 60% of BYMSM/TW were retained for 3 months. Participants reported high levels of sexual risk, homophobia, racism, and maternal support. CONCLUSION: BYMSM/TW studies should utilize a combination of peer-based, in-person, and technology-based recruiting strategies. Additional research is needed to leverage mobile technology and social media to enhance retention.
PURPOSE: To develop optimal methods to study sexual health among black young men who have sex with men and transgender women (BYMSM/TW). METHODS: We conducted a mixed-methods prospective study to identify recruitment and retention strategies for BYMSM/TW (age 16-21) in Washington D.C., and describe HIV risk behaviors and context. RESULTS: Incentivized peer referral was highly productive, and 60% of BYMSM/TW were retained for 3 months. Participants reported high levels of sexual risk, homophobia, racism, and maternal support. CONCLUSION: BYMSM/TW studies should utilize a combination of peer-based, in-person, and technology-based recruiting strategies. Additional research is needed to leverage mobile technology and social media to enhance retention.
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HIV; methodology; racial disparities; sexual behavior; young men who have sex with men and transgender women (YMSM/TW).
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