Abstract
A sample of 356 members of women's groups, aged 18-49, in the Dominican Republic were interviewed by trained female interviewers. Data among 273 partnered women were analyzed. The dependent variable, a measure of HIV-related negotiation, was examined for associations with control of own money, level of women's group participation, and ever having received a loan through a micro-credit program. Findings suggest control of own money to be significantly associated with HIV-related negotiation. Ever having received a loan and level of women's group participation, however, were not significantly associated with HIV-related negotiation. Empowerment measured as control of own money may influence HIV protective behavior among partnered women in this setting.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 396-403 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | AIDS and behavior |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - May 2008 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Dominican Republic
- Empowerment
- Group participation
- HIV prevention
- Micro-credit
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Social Psychology
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
- Infectious Diseases