What question did this study set out to answer?

This exploration investigates how HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns affect sexual behavior and knowledge retention in urban Dakar slums.

March 8, 2026Open Access

Urban Dakar Slums HIV/AIDS Awareness Campaigns: A Mixed Methods Exploration of Sexual Behaviour and Knowledge Retention Effects

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

Authors

Mixed methods exploration reveals improved sexual health awareness in urban slums, suggesting effective interventions.

This exploration investigates how HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns affect sexual behavior and knowledge retention in urban Dakar slums.
Mixed methods approach combining quantitative surveys and qualitative focus groups
Data collected from 300 participants across 5 selected slums
Focus groups used to identify themes in knowledge improvement
82% of participants reported increased knowledge of HIV prevention
Improved understanding of safer sex practices among campaign participants
Campaigns significantly enhance sexual health education in urban slum environments

Mamadou Diop (2009) studied this question.

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark