Analysis Of Barriers And Enablers To The Implementation Of The Notification Program For Hiv-Positive Men Who Have Sex With Men (Msm) In Makassar City, Indonesia

Authors

  • Muhammad Ilham Madjid Author
  • Sudirman Author
  • Nasir, Suriah Author
  • Shanti Riskiyani Author
  • Andi Zulkifli Author
  • Lalu Muhammad Saleh Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64252/vjzcne33

Keywords:

MSM, HIV, partner notification, barriers and facilitators.

Abstract

Background: One of the populations at high risk of contracting HIV is the Men Who Have Sex with Men (MSM) group. MSM populations face a risk of HIV transmission that is 22 times greater than that of the general population. This elevated transmission rate poses a major obstacle to HIV prevention efforts, especially within MSM communities.
Methods: a qualitative case study design with purposive sampling to select participants. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews and observations involving 11 informants, including MSM individuals, healthcare professionals, counselors, and NGO leaders.
Results: The study found that ,including knowledge and positive perceptions of the program, social support from family and healthcare providers, the role of peer counselors, and altruistic intentions to prevent further transmission. Meanwhile, the identified barriers include social stigma, fear of HIV test results, limited access to services, and psychosocial dynamics in reaching out to partners.
Conclusion: Recommends strengthening the capacity of field workers and peer counselors, providing more inclusive and MSM-friendly HIV services, implementing community-based educational approaches to reach unengaged MSM, and fostering cross-sectoral support for sustainable behavior change.

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Published

2025-07-02

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Analysis Of Barriers And Enablers To The Implementation Of The Notification Program For Hiv-Positive Men Who Have Sex With Men (Msm) In Makassar City, Indonesia. (2025). International Journal of Environmental Sciences, 2380-2383. https://doi.org/10.64252/vjzcne33