Values and preferences of female sex workers in Zimbabwe for long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis and the dapivirine vaginal ring: results of a mixed-methods research study.

Key Points

• The aim is to understand the values and preferences of female sex workers (FSW) regarding long-acting injectable PrEP and the dapivirine vaginal ring.
• Conducted a mixed-methods study
• Engaged female sex workers in interviews and surveys
• Assessed preferences for PrEP products
• FSW showed a strong preference for long-acting injectable PrEP
• Importance of user privacy and product choice emphasized
• Recommendations for prioritization of PrEP options for FSW in Eastern and Southern Africa