MEN WHO HAVE SEX WITH MEN (MSM)
“Men who have Sex with Men”
The term “MSM” or “Men who have Sex with Men” refers to behavior rather than identity or sexual orientation. MSM may include gay and non-gay identified men, bisexuals men, men who engage in ‘situational” sex with other men (for instance, in prisons schools, or militaries) and male sex workers, among others. Around the world, a wide variety of local terms and male identities fall under the MSM umbrella.
MSM Program Objective
- We advocate for MSM
- Prevention, Care and Treatment
- Psychosocial Support
- Human Rights
Why the MSM program?
- MSM are at risk high risk of HIV transmission and acquisition.
- MSM are a priority for targeted health.
- Prejudice, STIGMA & DISCRIMINATION prevents MSM from accessing health services.
- MSM rights are highly violated and abused.
- MSM are at high risk of STI transmission
