Decolonizing HIV Nursing for Health Equity: Challenges, Strategies, and Paths Forward

AbstractThis commentary explores the imperative of decolonizing HIV nursing within the global context of HIV care. Acknowledging historical colonial influences, it examines persistent disparities and challenges in current HIV nursing practice, emphasizing the need for transformative approaches that...

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Published inThe Journal of the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care Vol. 36; no. 4; pp. 337 - 345
Main Author Calaguas, Noriel P.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Philadelphia, PA Wolters Kluwer 01.07.2025
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Ovid Technologies
Subjects
Clinical outcomes
Colonialism
Critical race theory
Cultural competence
Cultural Competency
Cultural sensitivity
Decolonization
Empowerment
Global Health
Health disparities
Health Equity
Health initiatives
Health promotion
Health status
Healthcare Disparities
HIV
HIV Infections - nursing
Human immunodeficiency virus
Humans
Intersectionality
Leadership
Medical education
Nursing
Nursing care
Partnerships
Postcolonialism
Prioritizing
Professional practice
Race
nfections
decolonization
education
HIV
cultural competency
nursing
health inequities
policy
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Summary:AbstractThis commentary explores the imperative of decolonizing HIV nursing within the global context of HIV care. Acknowledging historical colonial influences, it examines persistent disparities and challenges in current HIV nursing practice, emphasizing the need for transformative approaches that center marginalized voices and challenge hegemonic structures. Drawing on frameworks such as critical race theory and postcolonial perspectives, it advocates for culturally responsive care models and community-led initiatives to address health inequities. Case studies from diverse global settings illustrate successful decolonized approaches, highlighting the impact of inclusive policies and partnerships in improving health outcomes. Recommendations include reframing cultural competency training in nursing education, promoting diverse health care leadership, and prioritizing research on intersectional health disparities. By embracing decolonization, nurses can lead efforts toward a more equitable and effective global HIV response, ensuring dignity and empowerment for all affected communities.
Bibliography:Corresponding author: Noriel P. Calaguas, e-mail: npcalaguas@outlook.ph
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ISSN:1055-3290
1552-6917
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DOI:10.1097/JNC.0000000000000536