Hybrid Type I Effectiveness-Implementation Trial of Project nGage

The goal of this Hybrid Type I effectiveness-implementation trial is to test Project nGage, an evidence-based, flexible, and tailored intervention that leverages existing social network members to promote retention in care and viral suppression among young Black sexual minority men (YBSMM) aged 18-35.

Inclusion Criteria for Index Men:Identify as BlackAssigned male sex at birth and currently identify as a cisgender manAge 18-35-years-old, inclusiveSame gender anal/oral sex in the past six monthsHave at least one SC in their networkSpeak EnglishOwn a cell phone not shared with anyone elseHave missed at least one HIV care scheduled visit in the past 12 months.Exclusion Criteria for Index Men:If a participant fails to meet all inclusion criteriaInclusion Criteria for Support Confidants:Index agrees to engage the Support ConfidantAge 18 years or olderSpeaks EnglishOwns a cell phone not shared with othersIs not a romantic/sexual partner of the Index young man.Exclusion Criteria:Romantic/Sexual partners of Index MenRelationship strain or abuse present in Index-SC relationship