A Discussion Guide on Safe Male Circumcision for Facilitators in Uganda

This guide is designed to assist facilitators, teachers, and peer educators to lead discussion groups with young men and women, ages 14 – 24, about safe male circumcision (SMC). Published by Johns Hopkins University, Centre for Communication Programs (JHUCCP) and developed by the Health Communication Partnership (HCP) and Fast Track Productions, the written guide and DVD are meant to serve as a catalyst for promoting discussion about young people's actual concerns, issues, and challenges in their lives. The video clips highlight social issues, including the importance of support systems and communication among couples and friends. The clips also offer glimpses into different concerns, realities and pressures that young people face around circumcision, protection against HIV, and safe sex.
The guide has been designed for use in meetings of young people in various settings, including school health education or life skills classes, out of school meetings in youth centers, or other gatherings of teens and young adults. It offers suggestions for involving participants in large group discussions, as well as facilitating small group and pair work activities.
The guide contains two sessions and appendixes, each session is designed to include just under 20 minutes of video viewing and 60-70 minutes of guided discussion:

• Session 1: Before circumcision
• Session 2: After circumcision
• Appendix A: Video transcripts
• Appendix B: SMC facts for facilitators
• Appendix C: SMC logo