Methodology
In each country the research project will be different but consistent with the ethos of the People Living with HIV Stigma Index. The number of people interviewed will be different, as will be the outreach and composition of responses from different groups (such as men who have sex with men, sex workers, injecting drug users and other vulnerable groups). The methodology and research design in each country will build on a core commitment to the ethical process and rigor and sensitivity of each individual interview.
Sampling and research design
In each of the country projects, the research team will include partners from local academic institutions and other experts who can advise on the research design and sampling strategy that is appropriate to the specific context.
Quality control
Rigor, consistency and reliability are important concerns for the implementation of the people living with HIV stigma index as they are for any research process.
Analyzing the data
There are many ways to analyze the data collected from the index. Through this final analytical process, the research team will be able to produce a report that documents the key results and findings from the People Living with HIV Stigma Index and make some recommendations for the future.