Plain-English translation of NCT06141408 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a community-based peer support program called MPowerment designed to help Black gay, bisexual, and other sexual minority men use PrEP (a daily medication that prevents HIV infection). The program focuses on reducing internalized shame about sexuality and HIV prevention, and building social support among peers. Researchers believe that by addressing these barriers, more men in this community will choose to start and use PrEP.
Black men who have sex with men experience the highest rates of new HIV infections in the United States, yet many don't use available prevention tools like PrEP. This study exists because shame and lack of social support are major barriers that current prevention efforts haven't adequately addressed—and the research is especially needed in Prince George's County, where HIV rates remain high despite available resources.
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If you join this study, you'll be randomly placed into one of two groups. One group will participate in the MPowerment peer support program, which includes community-based activities focused on reducing shame and increasing social support around HIV prevention—along with information about PrEP. The other group will receive standard referrals to PrEP resources and providers. The study involves up to 120 participants from the Prince George's County area, and you'll be followed to see whether the peer support program helps increase PrEP use.
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United States
Sponsor
George Mason University
Enrollment target
~120 participants
Started
March 2022
Primary completion
June 2026
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
18 Years and older
Sex
Male only
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in October 2025.
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Central contact
Rodman Turpin, PhD
George Mason University
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