The sexual lives and health needs of men who have sex with men are diverse and often underrepresented in research. This study invites men who have male partners to contribute around 20 minutes of their time to a confidential survey that explores experiences with PrEP, condoms, routine screening, chemsex and encounters with discrimination or violence. By collecting firsthand accounts, the project seeks to guide better prevention, support and information for communities and health services.
Participation is voluntary and aims to reflect a range of backgrounds, ages and sexual practices. The research recognizes that factors such as stigma, legal environments and social networks shape how people access prevention and care. Your responses will help researchers and practitioners design interventions that are more relevant, respectful and effective for men who have sex with men ( MSM ). The survey details were first published on 16/03/2026 10:00 as part of wider efforts to improve sexual health outcomes.
Why your voice matters
Health indicators and service uptake vary within communities, and aggregated statistics can miss lived realities. When participants describe their use of PrEP, decisions about condom use, or reasons for delaying screening, that information reveals practical barriers and priorities. Personal accounts also illuminate the effects of discrimination and stigma on mental well-being and access to care. By taking part, you contribute data that help shape policies, clinic practices and educational resources tailored to the specific needs of men who have sex with men.
Topics explored in the survey
The questionnaire covers several interconnected areas to capture a comprehensive view of sexual health behavior and service experience. It asks about preventative tools such as PrEP and condoms, the frequency and context of screening for sexually transmitted infections, and personal or community-level engagement with chemsex. It also gathers information on encounters with discrimination, harassment or violence, and on perceptions of stigma that may affect decisions around testing and disclosure.
Prevention and testing
This section explores practical choices: whether participants use PrEP, how consistently condoms are used, where and how often individuals undergo screening, and what barriers exist to regular testing. The survey seeks to understand motivations behind prevention strategies and preferences for services, including confidentiality, location, and the role of community-led support. These insights can inform how services present options like daily and event-driven PrEP, or how clinics can reduce obstacles to timely testing.
Substance use and interpersonal safety
Questions about chemsex are designed to be nonjudgmental and to identify patterns that intersect with sexual risk, mental health and social support. The instrument also addresses experiences of discrimination and violence, including how these incidents affect trust in health providers and willingness to seek care. Understanding these links helps develop harm-reduction resources and trauma-informed approaches within sexual health services.
How to take part and what to expect
Anyone who identifies as a man and has had sexual relations with other men is invited to complete the survey. Participation takes approximately 20 minutes and is confidential. The data will be analyzed in aggregate to protect identities and to highlight trends that matter for service improvement and advocacy. Results will be shared with healthcare providers, community organizations and policy stakeholders to encourage evidence-based changes that reduce barriers and improve outcomes for men who have sex with men.
Privacy and publication
The research team commits to strict privacy protections; no identifying information will be published. Aggregate findings will be reported and used to inform training, outreach and resource allocation. The project announcement appeared on 16/03/2026 10:00 and the final reports will summarize key themes such as uptake of PrEP, patterns of chemsex, testing behaviors and the impact of discrimination on service use.
Your experience can help fill gaps in knowledge and improve services that affect real lives. If you fit the study profile—being a man with male partners—consider lending your voice to this effort. Honest responses, even about difficult topics, are valuable: they shape better prevention, more compassionate care and stronger community supports for men who have sex with men.