A protocol to evaluate the I am intervention aimed at interrupting underage drinking in South Africa

STATUS: Current
PROJECT LEADER:Groenewald, CJ (Dr Candice)
OTHER TEAM MEMBERS: Reddy, D (Ms Deshanie), Ngcobo, AS (Ms Sibongile), Essack, Z (Dr )
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBLE: Human and Social Capabilities (HSC)
RESEARCH OUTPUTS: HIV testing, knowledge and willingness to use PReP among partnered men who have sex with men in South Africa and Namibia, Learners' perceptions of the 'It starts today' underage drinking pilot life orientation programme: endline report, An evaluation of the 'It starts today' intervention: baseline results, Community members' perspectives of two interactive events aimed at interrupting underage drinking: a rapid assessment

Abstract

The aim of the current study is to evaluate the I am intervention using a mixed methods approach. For the quantitative component, we will use a non-experimental pre-test/post-test design. This data will consider any changes on key indicators between baseline and endline. To augment the quantitative data, we will use various qualitative approaches (in-depth interviews, research diaries, focus group discussions and photovoice) to understand stakeholder perspectives, experiences and reflections on the intervention and its impact on underage drinking across the intervention delivery period. Essentially, the study intends to determine the feasibility and utility of the interventions, and the three components, in relation to underage drinking, to identify which components were perceived as most effective, and to identify areas for improvements to the interventions.

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