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After nearly 28 years, The Communication Initiative (The CI) Global is entering a new chapter. Following a period of transition, the global website has been transferred to the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in South Africa, where it will be administered by the Social and Behaviour Change Communication Division. Wits' commitment to social change and justice makes it a trusted steward for The CI's legacy and future.
 
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The AIDS prevention training program for high school students in Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Iurcovich, M., K. J. Lourie, et al. (1998). "The AIDS prevention training program for high school students in Buenos Aires, Argentina." Journal of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Education for Adolescents and Children 2(3-4): 91-105.

Abstract: This paper reports on the first HIV/AIDS prevention program for secondary school students in Buenos Aires. Students (n = 405) completed measures at pre- and post-intervention that assessed HIV-related knowledge, attitudes and behaviors. Fewer than half of the sexually active reported using a condom, and more than two-thirds had a history of alcohol use. Older students were significantly more likely to report a history of condom use, but were also at greater risk for unprotected intercourse. Unprotected intercourse was also significantly more frequent for those who reported fewer HIV safe intentions, greater general risk attitudes and less frequent condom use by their peers. Perception of peers supportive of condom use was the most significant variable mediating safer sexual behavior. There was also a trend toward greater unprotected intercourse among older girls lacking peer and family support for condom use. Although this intervention was an important step toward introducing HIV prevention in Buenos Aires schools, longitudinal research to address unique cultural issues and to tailor interventions and instruments is needed in this area of South America.