“I’ve found my voice. I’ve found a sisterhood”: Qualitative evaluation of a web-based support group for women with HIV

Abstract

Abstract This article presents a qualitative evaluation of a professionally moderated, psychoeducational, web-based support group for women with HIV, entitled Shared Journey. Nine in-depth interviews and 107 forum posts underwent thematic analysis. We asked participants to evaluate (1) the populations they felt would benefit from Shared Journey, (2) the unique features of the intervention, and (3) the outcomes they experienced from participating. Shared Journey may serve to support and translate knowledge to this population – especially those who are newly diagnosed, newcomers, and working for AIDS Service Organizations. Future implementations may empower participants and provide a space for safe disclosure rehearsal.