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This study aims to co-develop an HPV self-sampling intervention for Black women and people with a cervix in Peel region, Ontario.

April 24, 2026BMJ OpenOpen Access

EMPOWHPVR: exploring the factors that impact HPV self-sampling uptake amongst Black women and people with a cervix in Peel region, Ontario – a qualitative study protocol

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This study aims to co-develop an HPV self-sampling intervention for Black women and people with a cervix in Peel region, Ontario.
A qualitative, community-informed approach will be used.
Ten service providers and 40 Black women and people with a cervix will be recruited for interviews.
Data will be analyzed using grounded theory and intersectionality frameworks.
Black women and people with a cervix have high levels of under-screening for cervical cancer.
Key barriers to HPV self-sampling include misconceptions and lack of knowledge about HPV and screening.
Service providers identify additional facilitators and challenges unique to Black communities.

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Qualitative study reveals barriers and facilitators to HPV self-sampling in Black women and people with a cervix, suggesting targeted interventions.

Lee-Foon et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Qualitative study reveals barriers and facilitators to HPV self-sampling in Black women and people with a cervix, suggesting targeted interventions.