Incorporating a trauma‐informed perspective in HIV‐related research with transgender and gender diverse individuals

Inclusion of Transgender and Gender Diverse People in Phase III Trials: Examples from HIV Pharmacologic Prevention Studies

“…34 Finally, although not addressed directly in the RCTs covered here, experts have advocated for applying a trauma informed research approach, in which investigators acknowledge TGD participants' experiences of trauma and minimize trauma-related stress throughout the HIV research process. 68…”

“…Diverse study teams can support participant retention efforts while minimizing potential harm to the communities participating in the research 34 . Finally, although not addressed directly in the RCTs covered here, experts have advocated for applying a trauma informed research approach, in which investigators acknowledge TGD participants’ experiences of trauma and minimize trauma‐related stress throughout the HIV research process 68 …”

Improving the HIV response for transgender populations: evidence to inform action

“…Macdonald and colleagues lay out the history of WHO's evolving role in facilitating quality, gender‐affirming, culturally responsive care for transgender people across the globe [ 15 ]. Articles led by Allison [ 16 ] and Klein [ 17 ] provide important insights on best practices for conducting research with transgender people. Allison and colleagues outline the importance of trauma‐informed approaches, given the well‐documented structural and interpersonal violence experienced by transgender people [ 16 ].…”

“…Articles led by Allison [ 16 ] and Klein [ 17 ] provide important insights on best practices for conducting research with transgender people. Allison and colleagues outline the importance of trauma‐informed approaches, given the well‐documented structural and interpersonal violence experienced by transgender people [ 16 ]. Klein and Golub lay out ethical challenges observed in research with transgender people and provide practical recommendations for the conduct of research that addresses these challenges [ 17 ].…”