Award
National Institute of Mental Health 5R34MH137721-02
Encouraging Multiple PrEP Options for Women Engaged in Primary Care (EMPOWER)
Recipient
Northwestern University
Award Amount
$360,000.00
Ceiling
$360,000.00
Awarded
August 12, 2025
Identifier
5R34MH137721-02
This NIH grant funds a project to develop and test a health literacy strategy that helps women in primary care make informed decisions about HIV prevention using PrEP, addressing barriers through technology and provider support.
Description
A technology-enabled, primary care-based, health literacy strategy to empower women with increased vulnerability to HIV to make informed decisions about PrEP. The project adapts and pilot tests the EMPOWER strategy to address barriers and support informed PrEP decision-making among women in primary care.