Multiple Concurrent Partnerships

C-Change Namibia developed the MCP picture codes flip chart which field workers and volunteers are using to create conversations for behavior change that focus on the drivers of the HIV epidemic. Contents of the flip chart can form part of a comprehensive HIV behavior change curriculum or be used as a stand-alone material.

** Please note this is a very large file (almost 70MB) due to the high quality photos used in the flip chart. This file may take a long time to download depending on the speed of your internet connection. **

This report presents the findings from the baseline survey of multiple and concurrent partnerships (MCP) in Lesotho. The objective of the study was to collect population-based data related to the MCP knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Basotho men.

This report analyzes formative research carried out by C-Change partner Social Surveys to understand how culturally-embedded communication about HIV and AIDS and sexual behavior contributes to sustaining the practice of multiple concurrent partners (MCP) in Lesotho. The findings from this qualitative research along with a review of existing research is informing message development for a short-term communication campaign in Lesotho focused on HIV prevention through the promotion of dialogue about MCP.