Factors affecting the implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention programs: A literature review

Abstract

Objective

The aim of this paper is to assess how male involvement and commitment from the government can affect the HIV/AIDS prevention programs.

Method

A literature review was conducted by using some databases to make a comprehensive search strategy, such as; CINAHL, International Bibliography of the Social Science (IBBS), and Anthropology Plus. Specific keywords were operated to gain specific information that will appropriate with the study.

Result

The strong commitment from the government becomes one of the important factors as well as the availability of funding. In the patriarchal country, male involvement will play a significant role in HIV/AIDS prevention programs.

Conclusion

Enhancing government and male involvement in HIV/AIDS prevention programs is important. It is also pivotal to seek other factors that may affect the implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention programs.