Public Funding of Sectarian Organizations for the Provision of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Care: Discriminatory Issues for Gay Males
Volume 4. The Profession of Social Work
III. Policy to Practice and Practice to Policy
Christopher W. Blackwell,
Sophia F. Dziegielewski,
Christopher W. Blackwell
University of Central Florida, College of Nursing, Orlando, Florida, US
Search for more papers by this authorSophia F. Dziegielewski
University of Cincinnati, School of Social Work, Cincinnati, Ohio, US
Search for more papers by this authorChristopher W. Blackwell,
Sophia F. Dziegielewski,
Christopher W. Blackwell
University of Central Florida, College of Nursing, Orlando, Florida, US
Search for more papers by this authorSophia F. Dziegielewski
University of Cincinnati, School of Social Work, Cincinnati, Ohio, US
Search for more papers by this authorFirst published: 15 July 2008
Abstract
A recent Associated Press news release highlighted the current high-level funding afforded to sectarian organizations for the prevention of the spread of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and the provision of care for HIV-positive clients or those with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Since gay males continue to represent the highest risk group for infection and spread of HIV, concerns have surfaced regarding possible discrimination along with a concentration of abstinence-only treatment strategy, resulting in the possibility for substandard care for HIV/AIDS clients who are gay males. This article explores several concerns that may evolve when religious-based organizations are responsible for care directed at this population. Some areas for concern include the potential for negative perceptions and ideas about nonheterosexual behavior guiding the intervention efforts with a strong focus on abstinence-only prevention strategies. Areas for further study and suggestions for public policy are outlined.
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