Can a community program curb HIV and violence in south Africa's youth?

NCT ID NCT05783336

Completed Disease control Sponsor: University of Exeter Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 13, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests a group-based program called Stepping Stones and Creating Futures Plus (SSCF+) for young people aged 18-30 in South African communities. The program aims to reduce intimate partner violence and HIV risk by addressing social and economic factors. Participants are randomly assigned to the program or a control group to see if it makes a difference.

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Active substance: Stepping Stones and Creating Futures Plus (SSCF+) group intervention
What this could lead to: If effective, this program could offer a scalable way to reduce intimate partner violence and HIV risk in vulnerable young populations.
What could go wrong: This is a pilot study focused on feasibility and effect size, not a definitive test. Results may not generalize to other settings.

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INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE POVERTY

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Locations

South African Medical Research Council

Durban, South Africa

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