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Mapping Key Populations for HIV Prevention in Sri Lanka National STD/AIDS Control Program Ministry of Healthcare and Nutrition, Sri Lanka March 2010 The World Bank 1 Page THE RESEARCH TEAM National

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1. Start by identifying the purpose of the mapping exercise. Understand why you need to map key populations and what specific information you are looking to gather.
2. Determine the scope of the mapping. Decide which key populations you want to include in your mapping exercise. This could be based on demographics, geographic location, or specific criteria relevant to your project or research.
3. Use a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods to gather data. This could involve conducting interviews, surveys, focus groups, or desk research. Make sure to use a mix of primary and secondary data sources for a comprehensive understanding.
4. Define the key variables you want to capture for each population group. This could include demographic information, socio-economic status, health indicators, risk behaviors, access to services, and any other relevant factors.
5. Develop a data collection tool that is appropriate for your mapping exercise. This could be a questionnaire, interview guide, or data collection form. Ensure that it is user-friendly and captures all the required information.
6. Train data collectors on how to administer the data collection tool. Provide them with clear instructions, guidelines, and examples to ensure consistency and accuracy in data collection.
7. Conduct the data collection exercise, ensuring that you reach out to the identified key populations. Use appropriate sampling techniques to ensure representation and minimize bias.
8. Clean and analyze the collected data. This could involve data coding, entry, and statistical analysis. Use appropriate software or tools to aid in the analysis process.
9. Interpret the findings and present them in a clear and concise manner. This could involve creating charts, graphs, or reports to highlight the key insights and trends observed within the mapped populations.
10. Use the mapped data to inform decision-making, program planning, policy development, or research. Ensure that the findings are disseminated to relevant stakeholders who can utilize them effectively.

Who needs mapping key populations:

1. Researchers and academics studying specific population groups and their characteristics.
2. Public health officials and policymakers who need data to inform program planning and resource allocation.
3. Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and community-based organizations (CBOs) working with key populations to develop targeted interventions and services.
4. Funding organizations and donors who require evidence-based data to inform their funding decisions and drive impact.
5. Advocacy groups and activists aiming to raise awareness and advocate for the rights and needs of key populations.
6. Health service providers and healthcare practitioners who need to understand the unique needs and challenges faced by different population groups to provide appropriate care.
7. International and national agencies aiming to monitor and evaluate the progress of programs and interventions targeting key populations.

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What is mapping key populations?

Mapping key populations is the process of identifying and locating specific groups of people who are most at risk of HIV/AIDS, in order to provide targeted prevention and treatment services.

Who is required to file mapping key populations?

Health organizations, NGOs, and government agencies working in the field of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment are required to file mapping key populations.

How to fill out mapping key populations?

Mapping key populations can be filled out by conducting surveys, interviews, and data collection activities to identify and document information about specific at-risk populations.

What is the purpose of mapping key populations?

The purpose of mapping key populations is to better understand the distribution and needs of at-risk populations, in order to tailor interventions and services to address their specific vulnerabilities.

What information must be reported on mapping key populations?

Information such as demographics, behaviors, access to services, and HIV prevalence rates among key populations must be reported on mapping key populations.

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