The role of technical assistance in the replication of effective HIV interventions.

摘要: This article examines the role of technical assistance (TA) in supporting replication proven HIV interventions. A case study VOICES/VOCES intervention elucidates level and types TA provided to support new users through adoption process. included help garnering administrative support, identifying target audiences, recruiting groups for sessions, maintaining fidelity intervention's core elements, tailoring meet clients' needs, strengthening staff members' facilitation skills, troubleshooting challenges, devising strategies sustain intervention. Two four hours per month were each agency adopting intervention, at an estimated monthly cost $206 $412. Findings illustrate how supports by establishing a conversation between researcher providers experienced with users. communication helps preserve key program elements contributes ongoing refinement