DSW Candidate – Sierra Ellis, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
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Virtual Showcase of DSW Scholars 2025 Event!
Engaging Black Female Youth in HIV Prevention Efforts Through Youth-Led Initiatives
DSW Candidate – Sierra Ellis, LCSW-bACS, lCSW-LA
Monday, April 28, 2025
9:00 AM- 10:15 AM Eastern Time Zone
Credit Hours: 1.0
Description
Engaging Black Female Youth in HIV Prevention Efforts Through Youth-Led Initiatives
This Capstone project examines how youth-led programs improve HIV awareness and leadership abilities among Black female adolescents. Due to the high HIV infection rates among this population, the research targets youth-driven interventions, including peer education programs, workshops, and youth advisory boards. These initiatives empower Black young women to learn HIV prevention methods and cultivate community leadership and advocacy skills.
The research included nine studies that combined randomized clinical trials with mixed-methods research approaches through systematic review. Research shows that youth-led programs enhance the understanding of HIV prevention and result in safer sexual practices among young people. These programs enable young women to manage their health while leading efforts to strengthen overall community health standards. These interventions succeed by connecting with participants through culturally relevant and community-driven approaches that help overcome stigma and healthcare barriers.
It highlights youth leadership as a vital component of public health strategies to address HIV prevention disparities. This initiative demonstrates the essential role of youth-driven programs that respect cultural contexts to resolve health disparities and enable Black female youth to take on leadership roles within their communities.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:
- Analyze the Impact of Youth-led Initiatives.
- Explore Systemic and Sociocultural Barriers in HIV Prevention.
- Apply Theoretical Frameworks to HIV Prevention.
Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing
Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)
Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.
Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/22-9/29/25. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.
Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.
Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.
