Sex workers in Jamaica not only suffer from a high HIV prevalence rate, but an unfavourable environment. Despite having knowledge of preventive measures and access to free condoms by the National HIV/STI programme, preventive practices are not being applied consistently. Female sex workers typically face discrimination and lack access to affordable health care, which further exacerbates their marginalization. Exploitation at the hands of employers, clients, and drug and alcohol use also increase their vulnerability. The purpose of this study was to collect information to develop the brand, messages, and campaign for increasing condom access and availability to promote safer sex among female sex workers in Jamaica. Findings will guide and improve current and future behaviour change communication and interpersonal communication activities and interventions with female sex workers in Jamaica. This study was undertaken in the Kingston Metropolitan Area in 2011.
Available: https://media.psi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/31002405/Report-Jamaica-FSW_0.pdf
Citation: PSI (2011) Study of Female Sex Workers, Client Types and Risk Behavior in the Sex Work Industry in Jamaica. Jamaica: Population Services International.