The REVU-Trans project supports five community-based organizations in Ivory Coast, aiming to improve access to health services for transgender people and reduce their vulnerability to HIV/AIDS.
Context
In Ivory Coast, the HIV prevalence rate among transgender people is 24.2%. This high vulnerability is driven by several factors, including a very limited range of community services, insufficient commitment from the few associations advocating for transgender people, and the stigmatization and discrimination they face. Transgender individuals make up 18% of the victims treated by the Human Rights Observatory. Additionally, they often have limited knowledge about HIV and face significant socio-economic insecurity.
Description
The REVU-Trans project aims to build the capacity of five transgender community associations and healthcare providers to improve access to health services for transgender people in Abidjan. To achieve this, the initiative adopts a holistic approach, involving:
- Strengthening the technical and organizational capacities of partner associations;
- Promoting human rights and advocating for better access to health services;
- Enhancing community (peer-education) and clinical service offer;
- Sharing knowledge based on studies and evidence-based data.
Impact
The REVU-Trans project supports five associations and strengthens community services, benefiting nearly 600 transgender people. A key focus of the project is addressing mental health issues among transgender individuals; these issues are documented and inform national-level advocacy efforts.
