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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Education
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • College students are a key demographic for HIV/AIDS prevention efforts.
  • Traditional health education methods may not effectively reach all college students.
  • Engaging student leaders can foster peer-to-peer health promotion.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the effectiveness of a student leader-driven HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention program.
  • To evaluate the impact of a competitive mini-grant initiative on college students' knowledge and behaviors.
  • To explore an innovative approach to HIV/AIDS education delivery in a university setting.

Main Methods:

  • A competitive mini-grant program funded four student organizations to develop tailored HIV/AIDS prevention interventions.
  • 126 individuals received HIV/AIDS education through these student-led initiatives.
  • Program evaluation assessed changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behavioral intentions.

Main Results:

  • Participants reported increased knowledge about HIV/AIDS.
  • Positive behavioral intentions regarding sexual communication and safer sex practices were observed.
  • The majority of participants found the education relevant and applicable.

Conclusions:

  • Utilizing student leaders and a competitive grant model is an effective and innovative strategy for HIV/AIDS prevention education on college campuses.
  • This approach can successfully increase awareness and promote risk-reducing behaviors.
  • The program demonstrated a positive impact on participants' understanding and intentions related to HIV/AIDS prevention.