Rapid Ethnography of Male to Male Sexuality and Sexual Health

This report presents findings from a rapid ethnographic study of male-to-male sexual life and related sexual health issues in Kathmandu, Nepal. The research was commissioned by Family Health International (FHI) and was carried out from 18th November to 7th December 2001. The principal aims of the research were to: Gather ethnographic data on male to male sexual life in Kathmandu. Establish a preliminary knowledge base on the social, cultural, behavioral and emotional characteristics of male to male sexual life in Kathmandu. Explore sexual health issues relevant to male to male sexual life in Kathmandu. Make recommendations for future policy, research and health promotion intervention with men who have sex with men in Kathmandu and elsewhere in Nepal.