Transgender Women & HIV
Remote Research Study
Researchers at UCLA, in collaboration with Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, are conducting a study to better understand HIV and sexual risk behavior among transgender women and transfeminine individuals.
Fast Facts
Transgender woman or transfem individual
16-29
years old
Compensation
up to $150
Conducted remotely
Study Background
Researchers at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) are conducting a study to understand the experiences and sexual health behaviors of transgender women and transfeminine individuals living with HIV.
HIV and sexual risk behavior in transgender women and transfeminine individuals are influenced by unique social, developmental, and structural challenges. We aim to better understand these challenges and test the effectiveness of the LifeSkills Mobile app in reducing sexual risk and improving access to HIV-related care. By focusing on young transgender women (ages 16–29), we hope to identify effective strategies for supporting sexual health and improving care access.
Ultimately, the findings from this study may help improve healthcare access and support for transgender communities living with HIV.
This study is Lurie Children’s IRB #2021-4086, Digital, Limited Interaction Efficacy Trial of LifeSkills Mobile to Reduce HIV Incidence in Young Transgender Women, Principal Investigators: M.Mimiaga, L.Kuhns, M. Belzer. The content of this page has been approved by the Lurie Children’s IRB.
Study Background
Researchers at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) are conducting a study to understand the experiences and sexual health behaviors of transgender women and transfeminine individuals living with HIV.
HIV and sexual risk behavior in transgender women and transfeminine individuals are influenced by unique social, developmental, and structural challenges. We aim to better understand these challenges and test the effectiveness of the LifeSkills Mobile app in reducing sexual risk and improving access to HIV-related care. By focusing on young transgender women (ages 16–29), we hope to identify effective strategies for supporting sexual health and improving care access.
Ultimately, the findings from this study may help improve healthcare access and support for transgender communities living with HIV.
This study is Lurie Children’s IRB #2021-4086, Digital, Limited Interaction Efficacy Trial of LifeSkills Mobile to Reduce HIV Incidence in Young Transgender Women, Principal Investigators: M.Mimiaga, L.Kuhns, M. Belzer. The content of this page has been approved by the Lurie Children’s IRB.
Additional Information
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 16-29
- Transgender women or transfeminine individuals
- Recently diagnosed with HIV
- Reports lifetime history of condomless sex or anal/vaginal sex in the past 12 months
- Owns a smartphone or home computer (or willing to use one in the study)
- Able to speak and understand English
The study lasts approximately 3 months. Once enrolled, participation involves:
Remote Visits:
- Completing an online survey at enrollment and at a 3-month follow-up, which will ask about sexual health, HIV care, and general health.
- Using an at-home blood collection kit during both visits, which is mailed to our lab with a prepaid shipping label.
From Home:
- Accessing the LifeSkills Mobile app for the duration of the study. The app provides activities and tools designed to promote health and support HIV care.
- Completing short surveys through the app to track your experience and engagement with health strategies.
As a participant, you may receive up to $150.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.