Quantifying intersectional stigma in HIV prevention contexts: adaptation and validation of a scale among female sex workers in Namibia

Our adapted measure is novel in relying on pre-existing measures, providing a proof of concept that researchers and programs can use existing validated tools to study stigma and its impacts through an intersectional lens. Our approach can be replicated to inform HIV prevention programs with key populations in other contexts. Further, our adapted tool demonstrated preliminary evidence of validity and reliability, and can be used by programs with FSW to consider how different dimensions of stigma may impact engagement with HIV prevention providers and programs.