The Impact Of Male Circumcision And Penile Modification Practices On Women In Papua New Guinea, Including Women's Risk Of HIV Transmission.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$95,313.00
Summary
This grounded theory study will investigate the impact of male circumcision and penile modification practices on women in PNG, including women�s risk of HIV. The study aims to describe women�s understanding and experience of male circumcision and penile modifications and the processes they use to manage the outcomes of male circumcision. Implications for national HIV policy in Papua New Guinea will be identified. This study will be supported by researchers in Papua New Guinea and Australia.