Research and Best Practices
Case studies, systemic reviews, analysis of evidence, and recommendations for advancing the learning agenda on adolescents living with HIV.
A Global Research Agenda for Adolescents Living with HIV
WHO, 2017
(research and policy guidance)
Considerations, research priorities, and a call to action for funders, policy makers, researchers, and implementers.
A Qualitative Review of Psychosocial Support Interventions for Young People Living with HIV
WHO, 2009
(mental and emotional health, research and policy guidance)
Best Practices for Adolescent and Youth-Friendly HIV Services
MEASURE Evaluation, 2017
(research and policy guidance)
A compendium of selected projects in PEPFAR-supported countries.
Building Futures: Supporting Youth Living with HIV Technical Assistance Toolkit
US Health Resources and Services Administration HIV/AIDS Bureau, 2018
(health services, mental and emotional health)
Technical assistance toolkit for health clinic managers and providers planning holistic support for adolescents and young people living with HIV.
Changing Laws that Discriminate
UNAIDS, 2019
(research and policy guidance, rights)
A short handbook for understanding how discrimination is coded in laws and steps to take to change laws for advocates, implementers, funders, and policy makers.
Consolidated Guideline on the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of Women Living with HIV
WHO, 2017
(rights)
A guideline for policy-makers and implementers plan, develop, and monitor programs and services that promote gender equality and human rights. Available in English, French, Portuguese, and Russian from WHO.
Ending the the AIDS Epidemic for Adolescents, with Adolescents: A Practical Guide to Meaningfully Engage Adolescents in the AIDS Response
UNAIDS, 2016
(rights)
Guidance for program designers, implementers, policy and decision-makers on how to meaningfully engage adolescents in the AIDS response and broader health programming.
Equipping Parents and Health Providers to Meet the Psychological and Social Challenges of Caring for Children Living with HIV in Africa
AIDSTAR-One, 2011
(mental and emotional health)
An activity report and recommendations for program implementers, including case studies and best practices from South Africa and Uganda.
Ethical Approaches to Gathering Information from Children and Adolescents in International Settings
Population Council, 2005
(research and policy guidance)
A compilation of ethical issues and standards for conducting research with children and adolescents for anyone who plans, manages, implements, analyzes, or funds programs and research.
Foundation for the Future: Meeting the Psychosocial Needs of Children Living with HIV
AIDSTAR-One, 2011
(mental and emotional health)
A technical brief covering best practices and including implementation recommendations for integrating the pyschosocial needs of adolescents living with HIV into clinical and other program initiatives.
Gender, Rights, and Diversity: Connecting the Pieces
Athena Network, 2015
(research and policy guidance, rights)
A collection of 10 opportunities to strengthen women’s engagement with the Global Fund for AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, drawn from a series of dialogues with women living with HIV conducted by the Athena Network and partners.
Global Accelerated Action for the Health of Adolescents (AA-HA!)
WHO, 2017
(research and policy guidance)
Guidance for policy-makers, programmers, funders, and advocates on integrated, cross-sectoral adolescent health and development. Available in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish from WHO, with additional materials in Arabic, Chinese, and Russian.
HIV and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights: Visions, Voices, and Priorities of Young People Living With and Most Affected by HIV
LinkUP, Athena Network, and Global Youth Coalition on HIV/AIDS
(research and policy guidance)
A collection of case studies, best practices, vision statements, and targeted recommendations for improving access to sexual and reproductive health and rights for young people living with HIV.
Improving Retention in HIV Care Among Adolescents and Adults in Low- and Middle-income Countries: A Systematic Review of the Literature
YouthPower Action, 2017
(research and policy guidance)
International Technical Guidance on Sexuality Education: An Evidence-informed Approach
UNESCO, UNAIDS, UNFPA, UNICEF, UNWomen, and WHO, 2018
(peer support, rights)
Summary of the evidence and globally agreed definitions, standards, and key topics for comprehensive sexuality education. Available in English, Russian, Chinese, French, Spanish, Burmese, Thai, Portuguese, and Mongolian from UNESCO.
Interventions to Improve Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence Among Adolescents in Low- and Middle-income Countries: A Systematic Review of the Literature
YouthPower Action, 2018
(research and policy guidance)
Make it Matter: 10 Key Advocacy Messages to Prevent HIV in Girls and Young Women
IPPF, 2007
(rights)
Positive Prevention: Prevention Strategies for People Living with HIV
IPPF, the Family Planning Association of India, and the Indian Network for People Living with HIV/AIDS, 2010
(positive living)
This guidance is designed for networks of people living with HIV and organizations serving them, and includes key principles, programming pillars, and strategies for implementing positive prevention.
Protecting Children Affected by HIV/AIDS against Abuse, Exploitation, and Violence
AIDSTAR-One, 2011
(research and policy guidance, rights)
A program and implementation guide for understanding the risks for abuse, exploitation and violence for adolescents living with HIV and implementing child protection within PEPFAR and other programs.
Ready to Talk Series
Frontline AIDS, 2019
(health services, research and policy guidance)
A series of three documents collecting individual stories and voices of adolescents and young people living with HIV sharing their experiences with disclosure, treatment adherence, and accessing youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services. Available in English, French and Portuguese from Frontline AIDS.
Recent Interventions to Improve Retention in HIV Care and Adherence to Antiretroviral Treatment Among Adolescents and Youth: A Systematic Review
AIDS Patient Care and STDs, 2019
(health services)
This systematic review article provides an evidence update by synthesizing empirical evaluations of interventions designed to improve antiretroviral therapy adherence and retention among adolescents and youth living with HIV.
SRH and HIV Linkages Compendium: Indicators and Related Assessment Tools
IPPF, UNFPA, and WHO, 2014
(research and policy guidance)
A focused set of indicators and assessment tools for tracking the links between SRH and HIV programs at national and sub-national level.
Supporting the Educational Needs of HIV-Positive Learners: A Desk-based Study
UNESCO and EduSector AIDS Response Trust, 2009
(rights, research and policy guidance)
A review of relevant education-sector policies and relevant literature on access to education for HIV-positive children and adolescents.
Translating Community Research into Global Policy Reform for National Action: A Checklist for Community Engagement to Implement the WHO Consolidated Guideline on the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of Women living with HIV
WHO, 2018
(research and policy guidance)
What Works: Addressing Self-Stigma Among People Affected by HIV
Frontline AIDS, 2019
(research and policy guidance)
What Works: Preventing Gender Based Violence among Young People Living with or Affected by HIV
Frontline AIDS, 2019
(research and policy guidance)
Young People Living with HIV: A Collection and Review of the Resources for Health Workers Around the World
Pathfinder, 2015
(health services, research and policy guidance)
A compendium of free online resources available for implementers to improve services available to adolescents and young people living with HIV.
Youth-led Organizations and and SRHR: A Step by Step Guide to Creating Sustainable Youth-led Organizations Working on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
CHOICE for Youth and Sexuality and the Youth Coalition for Sexual and Reproductive Rights, 2011
(rights)
A guide covering strategic planning, fundraising, communications, organizational management, decision-making, and governance for youth advocates interested in forming their own organizations.
Youth Participation and Leadership: An Effective Tool in Combatting HIV/AIDS in Southern Africa
Student Partnership Worldwide, 2010
(rights)
Guidance for engaging youth advocates in National AIDS Authorities, drawing on positive examples and best practices from East and Southern Africa.