Authors: Sudirman, Nittaya Phanuphak, Siti Nadia Tarmizi & Kiat Ruxrungtham
This study tested a peer-led community program in Indonesia that offered HIV and syphilis testing to men who have sex with men and transgender women. Trained community health workers provided testing through outreach visits, community posts, and mobile events. Most participants accepted the service, and many were testing for the first time. All individuals who tested positive for HIV were quickly linked to treatment. Participants valued the privacy and trust of peer-led services, but challenges such as test kit shortages and documentation gaps need to be addressed before expanding the program.
Link: Peer-led community HIV/syphilis testing with linkage within seven days for MSM and transgender women in Indonesia: a mixed-methods process evaluation
Resource Topic: HIV and AIDS, STI Care, STIs
Resource Type: Mixed Methods
Year: 2026
Region: Asia
Country: Indonesia
Publisher May Restrict Access: Yes