Authors: NCUIH

Publication Year: 2023 

Keywords: HIV/AIDS; Sexuality; Toolkit

Short Abstract: The HIV epidemic continues to affect millions of Americans every year. Of those affected, AI/ANs have the highest rate of undiagnosed cases compared to other racial/ethnic groups in the U.S. AI/AN health data is consistently underestimated due to racial misclassification.

Abstract: The HIV epidemic continues to affect millions of Americans every year. Of those affected, AI/ANs have the highest rate of undiagnosed cases compared to other racial/ethnic groups in the U.S. AI/AN health data is consistently underestimated due to racial misclassification. Lack of access to testing accounts for some of this disparity. According to the Urban Indian Health Institute (UIHI), only 21% of urban Natives have received UIO HIV testing services in their lifetime. This prevalence of undetected cases leads to increased risk of HIV-related death among AI/ANs. Despite these disparities, it can be difficult to find effective, high-quality, and culturally appropriate AI/AN HIV/AIDS resources. In order to alleviate some of this difficulty, we have created this resource toolkit. This guide is meant to be a working document. Just as HIV best practices change with new research and information, so will this guide. Please feel free to contact us with suggested updates and resources. This is meant to be a tool for you!

Source: Link to Toolkit.

Source: https://ncuih.org/wp-content/uploads/HIV-AIDS-Resource-Toolkit_NCUIH_D359_V2.pdf

Type of Resource: Toolkit

Notes: At NCUIH, we are dedicated to continuously improving our resources to better serve Urban Indian Organizations like yours. In September 2023, we launched the HIV/AIDS Resource Guide for UIOs, and your feedback is crucial to its success. Please consider taking this short, 5-minute survey designed to collect your valuable insights and suggestions, helping us tailor the guide to meet the unique needs of your organization. Survey link: https://ncuih.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5b6RCWgODGrddqe

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact Divya Nanduri, HIV/AIDS Program Manager at dnanduri@ncuih.org. Your input is greatly appreciated and will make a significant difference in our community.

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