Youth advisory board engagement in HIV research in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review and additional youth perspectives

YABs are often used to support youth HIV research in LMICs, yet the nature and influence of their engagement remain under-evaluated. By integrating youth co-author reflections with published findings, this review highlights the need for more intentional, theory-informed, and sustained youth participation across all stages of research, as well as for the development and practical application of tailored evaluation frameworks.