Document 2115
 DOCN  M94A2115
 TI    Patterns and processes of sexual negotiation: initial findings from a
       multi-site study.
 DT    9412
 AU    Mane P; Aggleton PJ; Niang CI; Setiadi B; Hernandez G; World Health
       Organization, Global Programme on AIDS, Geneva,; Switzerland.
 SO    Int Conf AIDS. 1994 Aug 7-12;10(1):378 (abstract no. PD0118). Unique
       Identifier : AIDSLINE ICA10/94370460
 AB    OBJECTIVES: Studies of the heterosexual transmission of HIV have pointed
       to the need to encourage the development of skills for sexual
       negotiation amongst women so as to reduce their vulnerability to HIV.
       This multisite study, supported by the Social and Behavioural Studies
       and Support Unit of WHO/GPA, aims to examine patterns and processes of
       sexual negotiation between women and men in Indonesia, Mexico and
       Senegal. METHODS: Two samples of sexually active women are included at
       each site--sex workers and non-sex workers. Data is being collected
       using in-depth interviews, focus groups, participant observation and
       participatory group sessions. When possible, data is also being
       collected from male partners. RESULTS: Preliminary findings include (i)
       descriptions of gender relations in the area of sex, especially with
       regard to protective behaviour, (ii) patterns and processes of sexual
       negotiation, (iii) contextual factors affecting these patterns and
       processes, (iv) women's view of sexual negotiation and their
       role--present and potential--in it, (v) women's awareness about HIV/AIDS
       and level of risk perception. DISCUSSION: The above findings will be
       used to interrogate the concept of sexual negotiation, and to identify
       possible interventions that will empower women in the process, and/or
       which are oriented to women's needs and realities.
 DE    Comparative Study  *Cross-Cultural Comparison  *Developing Countries
       Female  Gender Identity  Human  HIV Infections/*PREVENTION &
       CONTROL/TRANSMISSION  Indonesia  *Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice  Male
       Mexico  *Negotiating  Risk Factors  Senegal  *Sex Behavior  MEETING
       ABSTRACT

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