The Process

On the Van:
When you first get on the van, you'll answer a few questions on a computer to see if you're eligible for the study. If you are, a navigator will explain the informed consent. If you agree to participate, you'll fill out a private survey about your health, behaviors, and sexual health. Everyone who completes the survey gets a $50 debit card.

After the survey, you can choose to get HIV and STI testing. For each test you take (HIV, chlamydia/gonorrhea, or syphilis), you'll get a $10 debit card. After the tests, you'll get your preliminary HIV result and schedule a follow-up appointment with a navigator to discuss your final results. You can also refer up to 3 people to the study, earning $10 for each referral who joins.

Post Van Follow-up:
Once you finish the van visit, you'll be randomly placed in one of two follow-up programs:

• Arm A: Weekly virtual visits with a navigator for up to 6 weeks to help you find medical care and prevention services.

• Arm B: You’ll get an information packet with local clinic referrals, and if you're newly diagnosed, you'll get support for care.

After 6 weeks, the navigator will check in to see if you’ve scheduled and attended a medical appointment. You can also take part in an exit interview to share your experience and receive a $50 debit card.

Don’t worry about remembering all the details now. A navigator on the van will explain everything, so you can decide if you want to participate.