Table 2.
Indicators for power demonstrated in the three components
| Component | Relation to power§ | Public Health Indicators | Explanation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Process-focused | Outcome-focused | |||
| Engagement | Perceived personal control; Learned hopefulness |
Content analysis that demonstrates that HIV-related messages and campaigns were effectively conveyed in social media | Testing and preventive services accessed, service coverage | Engaging in HIV response includes knowing status, increasing awareness, learning skills to protect oneself from diseases and illness which are manifestations of power as it demonstrates one’s exerting control over one’s own matters, in this case health. |
| Co-creation | Perceived community control; perceived efficacy for influencing the larger system | Key populations actively design HIV services, construct meanings, and create solutions | Control over the HIV intervention content and its implementation | Co-creation suggests power as it demonstrates the community’s exerting control over the HIV program design and its content. Key population communities through co-creation are able to influence the larger system. |
| Governance/KPLHS | Holding leadership positions at community organizations and activities | Key populations have opportunities and priority to lead HIV services and grow through capacity building and mentorship | HIV services are led by key populations themselves, who take control over the hiring process, finances, training, and service operation. | Key population have control over decision making and assume leadership roles, which demonstrates their control. |