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HIV/AIDS information outreach: a community-based approach
Nicole C Dancy1, Gale A Dutcher
1Office of Outreach and Special Populations, Division of Specialized Information Services National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA. dancyn1@mail.nih.gov
Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA
|July 21, 2007
Summary
The National Library of Medicine
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Communication
- Community Outreach
Background:
- The National Library of Medicine's (NLM) AIDS Community Information Outreach Program (ACIOP) has supported community-based initiatives since 1994.
- Evaluating the impact of ACIOP-funded projects is crucial for understanding their contribution to HIV/AIDS information dissemination.
- Future strategies for HIV/AIDS outreach require insights from past program performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of the NLM's AIDS Community Information Outreach Program (ACIOP) from 1994 to 2005.
- To assess the impact of ACIOP-funded projects.
- To explore future directions for HIV/AIDS information outreach to underserved communities.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative assessment was performed on projects funded by the ACIOP in fiscal year 2002.
- Data collection involved conducting interviews and analyzing final project reports.
- Thematic analysis focused on participant roles, responsibilities, and community-level impacts.
Main Results:
- Access to HIV/AIDS information improved patient-provider communication and health decision-making.
- Funded projects led to increased community services, national/global recognition, and project sustainability.
- Enhanced communication within and between communities was a significant outcome.
Conclusions:
- Community-based health information programs empower individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.
- These programs foster greater engagement in healthcare and improve communication with providers.
- The NLM will continue to support the ACIOP, encouraging local project development tailored to community needs.
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