Peer-led intervention for reducing risk-taking behaviour in young drug users

Phase one activities deal with creation of an enabling environment for the intervention and flows into phases two and three. It mobilises the local community to own the problem of drug abuse and related risks, sets up committees of concern consisting of key influencers and the lays the ground for sustaining the intervention after project life. Key informant interviews and group discussions are carried out with key influencers and stakeholders to get an assessment of the local situation. It maps the vulnerability of drug abuse related HIV and resources to respond, and sets up the referral network for providing access to services. A community meeting is held to publish the findings of the vulnerability and resource mapping, advocate for prevention of drug abuse and HIV/AIDS, and mobilise support from the community.