Adolescent and young key populations - page available
HIV risk experienced by young key populations under the age of 25 is substantially higher than that of their peers
The HIV risk experienced by young key populations under the age of 25 is substantially higher than that of their peers, and is a unique result of their networks, their environment, or their behaviours.
In some cases, young key populations have up to 21 times higher risk of HIV infection than the general population.
Yet, they are sub-optimally reached by effective combination prevention. In many contexts, these populations also experience significant legal and structural barriers. Youth-powered, trusted-access platforms are particularly promising for offering young key populations access to culturally competent, affirming interventions.