Periodic Surveys

TL conducted two surveys of knowledge, sexual behaviour and health-seeking behaviour among beneficiaries of TL interventions at selected sites.

The survey methodology and instrument were approved by the National AIDS Council Research Committee and the research was conducted in collaboration with UNSW, Sydney and the PNG Institute for Medical Research.

Key changes between Round 1 (2012) and Round 2 (2014):

• Indicates better targetting – more people from key populations

• Increased condom use with regular non-paying partners

• More accurate HIV and STI knowledge about

• More successful VCT & STI referrals

• More regular, long-term contact with peers