| Summary: | A lack of social acceptance results in intolerance toward people living with HIV (PLWH), reducing their social interactions and access to treatment and ultimately impacting their well-being. A reliable measurement instrument is essential to assess societal acceptance effectively. This study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Societal Acceptance of People Living with HIV (SAPH) scale in Indonesia. A cross-sectional study with 310 HIV-negative adults recruited through non-probability sampling was conducted. The scale’s psychometrics were evaluated through content validity, consistency reliability, exploratory factor, and confirmatory factor analyses. Findings confirmed that the 9-item SAPH scale aligns with a two-factor model: attitude and tolerance support. The SAPH scale demonstrated validity, reliability, and unidimensionality in assessing societal acceptance of PLWH. Healthcare professionals can use this instrument to assess societal attitudes toward people living with HIV, identify potential stigma-related barriers to care, and develop targeted interventions to improve patient support and community integration. © 2025 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
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