Layered stigma and HIV/AIDS: experiences of men who have sex with men (MSM) in South Africa

This chapter briefly discuss same-sex behaviour and sexual identities in southern Africa in particular. Research findings from a qualitative study of HIV-positive MSM and examine layering of stigmas experienced by HIV-positive MSM is also discussed. Recommendations for advancing HIV prevention targeted to South African MSM within the framework of a human rights perspective are provided.

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Human Science Research Council SA
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2026-05-23
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https://doi.org/10.14749/32388264
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HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
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Layered stigma and HIV/AIDS: experiences of men who have sex with men (MSM) in South Africa

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HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
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Layered stigma and HIV/AIDS: experiences of men who have sex with men (MSM) in South Africa

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Abstract

This chapter briefly discuss same-sex behaviour and sexual identities in southern Africa in particular. Research findings from a qualitative study of HIV-positive MSM and examine layering of stigmas experienced by HIV-positive MSM is also discussed. Recommendations for advancing HIV prevention targeted to South African MSM within the framework of a human rights perspective are provided.

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