Factors related to condom use among four groups of female sex workers in Bali, Indonesia
Ford, K.; Wirawan, D.N.; Fajans, P.
Aids Education and Prevention Official Publication of the International Society for Aids Education 10(1): 34-45
1998
ISSN/ISBN: 0899-9546 PMID: 9505097 Document Number: 271370
This article tests a behavioural model of condom use for four groups of female commercial sex workers. Data were drawn from a study of 614 female sex workers conducted in Bali, Indonesia. AIDS knowledge, risk behaviours, and factors related to condom use varied substantially among the four groups of women and reflect the social context of their work. Interventions for each group need to reflect these differences. Important factors to consider include the level of AIDS and STD knowledge in their environment, the characteristics of the clients served, and the degree of supervision that they receive.