Evaluating a culturally adapted version of Real Men Are Safe.

The presentation reports on a study designed to revise the CDC recognized, evidence-based HIV prevention intervention, “Real Men Are Safe” (REMAS) to be more culturally relevant to African American and Hispanic men, and then conduct a pilot feasibility trial of the revised REMAS (REMAS-CA) in four CTN community treatment providers that have a high percentage of minority clients. Comparisons between the original REMAS manual and four culturally tailored interventions (Nia, d-up, Many Men Many Voice, and Cuidate) were made, focusing in particular on language/expressions of the target group; activities that enhance ethnic identity, consistency with the norms, knowledge, and cultural values of the target group; and understanding of the social context and living situations of the target group. Resultant changes to the original intervention are described, along with data and feedback from focus groups following pilot testing of the REMAS-CA.

Related protocols: CTN-0018