CombinADO: Evaluation of an Intervention Aimed At Improving HIV Outcomes Among Adolescents and Young Adults Living with HIV in Mozambique

Engaging radio mini shows that address community stigma and medical literacy through busting common myths with humor and building empathy with heartfelt storytelling.

Large-scale, infographic billboards and posters located in public areas and secondary schools to address stigma, medical literacy and promote community support for AYAHIV.

Large-scale, infographic posters located in clinic waiting areas to normalize HIV and build confidence in treatment.

Interactive, patient-generated posters located in the consultation room where patients can post words and phrases about themselves and their futures.

A discreet pill container to support ART adherence.

Comprehensive in-service training for healthcare workers focused on the needs of adolescents and young adults living with HIV

Model of care that allows adolescents and young adults living with HIV to access a complete set of services, including HIV care, in one central location.

A guide to clinic visits and discussions on ART and viral load monitoring to help healthcare workers better communicate with patients.

A simple handout for healthcare workers to help patients reflect on their ART progress and understand the concept of viral load as a measure of ART success.

Peer exposure to examples of adolescents and young adults openly living with HIV (AYAHIV) and; opportunities to share their experiences with HIV in one-on-one interactions with other AYAHIV during clinic visits.

An informational and motivational video that in simple language with engaging graphics that a) demystifies and simplifies HIV, ART, and viral load and; b) emphasizes that people can live long, healthy lives.

A learning, support, and empowerment group for caregivers of adolescents and young adults living with HIV (AYAHIV). Through monthly gatherings, the program aims to foster confidence, and equip caregivers with strategies to support AYAHIV adherence journey.

A peer-to-peer learning, support, and empowerment group to address loss of hope and improve medical literacy. Through biweekly gatherings, the program aims to foster belonging and confidence, equipping young people and caregivers with strategies to navigate the adherence journey.

HCWs will be trained in the use of a brief mental health screening tool focusing on depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Mental health service providers at each facility will be trained and supported to provide diagnostic and mental health support to youth with positive screens who agree to further evaluation.