摘要：B ut some of the messages used for
HIV prevention have had the
unfortunate consequence of adding to
the stigma surrounding HIV. In some
respects, ABC is one such message.
ABC has proven less than ideal to
address the complexities of human life,
as it does not take into account the
critically important issue of gender. It
has failed to address masculinity, and
its often harmful and violent expression.
It avoids the reality of women being
deprived of their right to negotiate sexual
relationships. Some women¡¯s
empowerment programmes for HIV
prevention have also added to the
existing burden on women as safe sex
negotiation strategies have become
their exclusive responsibility.
