Table 2.

HIV-RAAP Sessions

Session	Principle and Theory	Learning Objectives
1. Culture-and Gender-Related Issues	*Nguzo Saba: Kujichagulia – Self-determination *NTU *Theory of Gender and Power	*List and understand the Nguzo Saba Principles. *Discuss cultural fit of African American men and women in their communities. *Define gender roles as men and women. *Identify personal values as African American men and women.
2. HIV Risk Knowledge	*Nguzo Saba:Nia – Purpose *NTU *Theory of Gender and Power	*Define HIV and HIV-relatedconcepts. *Discuss the effect of HIV on participants’ lives as African American men and women. *Learn methods of self-protection from HIV/AIDS infection. *Learn methods to assist partners in protecting themselves.
3. Risk Reduction Behavior Intentions	*Nguzo Saba:Ujima – Collective work and responsibility *Theory of Gender and Power	*Determine levels of personal risk for HIV and other STDs. *Identify and discuss personal beliefs and attitudes about HIV. *Identify ways to express views about positive sexual health practices.
4. Condom Barrier Beliefs	*Nguzo Saba:Kuumba – Creativity *Theory of Gender and Power	*Discuss reasons men and women choose to use or not use condoms. *Identify relationship expectations of African American men and women. *Identify ways to achieve sexual satisfaction using safer sex methods.
5. Conversations with Partners about Condoms and AIDS Concerns	*Nguzo Saba:Imani – Faith *NTU *Theory of Gender and Power	*Communicate and practice condom negotiation skills. *Identify personal causes of unsafe sexual practices. *Increase self-esteem in condom use communication.
6. Safer Sex Peer Norms	*Nguzo Saba:Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics *NTU *Theory of Gender and Power	*Increase understanding of worldview on sex. *Increase understanding of worldview on sex and the influence on personal sexual decisions. *Increase awareness of African American men’s and women’s attitudes regarding sex.
7. Celebration of Unity and Love	*Nguzo Saba:Umoja – Unity *NTU	*Identify methods to increase personal bond and support with partner. *Identify problems, economic challenges, and social benefits that affect healthy lifestyles for African Americans. *Identify methods to create a support network.