Basis Sex Work

BasisSexwork (formerly Genesis Leeds) provides support, advocacy and information to women involved in, or wishing to leave, indoor and street sex work #decrim

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

We have Leeds Sexual Health with us during Wednesday drop-in sessions, 1pm-3pm!

You can also book an appointment with LSH via our dedicated Sexual Health Phone - 07710304306

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

Today, on International Sex Workers’ Day, we stand in solidarity with sex workers worldwide.

Allyship means listening, challenging stigma, and advocating.

Here are some ways you can be an active ally every day!

#sexworkersday #standwithsexworkers #supportsexwork #decrimnow

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[SWARM @SexWorkHive]

Hey! @ukdecrimnow want to hear from UK sex workers about how you've been impacted by the Online Safety Act - get involved xo https://t.co/S8voFDkaEz

[National Ugly Mugs @NationalUglyMug]

Join the NUM team! 🌟
D&D Assistant supports members' access to career development opportunities, and develops new vocational tools for sx workers.

Apply now - closing 27th April: https://t.co/N8fcTbX125

[National Ugly Mugs @NationalUglyMug]

Free Vocational Support for #Sxworkers ❤️ Wednesday 25th @ 11-12.30pm.
CV checks, interview prep, goal-setting, career advice - wherever you are in your journey! Get non-judgemental support from a lived-experienced lead.

Register via NUM Members Area!

#CareerPlanning #SWSupport

[Basis Sex Work @BasisSexWork]

We need YOU!

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

Are you supported by Basis?

We are interested in the views of people who currently access our support and SWs who may wish to in future. Our findings will be shared with the Basis team and with our partners @NationalUglyMug

Fill in our short survey now: https://t.co/85zZ0gf4yD

[DecrimNow @ukdecrimnow]

Email your MP! Like, right now! Decrim Now are hosting a drop-in session in Parliament on the 20th January. This is a vital opportunity for us to lobby MPs to support full decriminalisation and sex workers’ rights. But to make this a success, you need to take action.

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Violence can take many forms, but it frequently stems from stigma and discrimination. One area of violence often overlooked is structural violence. Read our blog now: https://t.co/JcgXIO1Bu9

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

17th December marks International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers.

Today we remember all the SWs in the local community and beyond who have lost their lives due to violence. We mourn these lives needlessly lost & stand in solidarity w those experiencing ongoing violence.

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

We're over 50% of the way to our target!!

Can you help us get any closer?

Donate BEFORE Wednesday midday: https://t.co/PgedR3WkaD

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Hello, I’m Moya, the CEO of Basis Yorkshire

Your donations will go towards our strategic work; advocating for improved resources, and more gender-informed pathways for women who are rough sleeping

You MUST donate via our Big Give campaign: https://t.co/JRun0bxAqO

[Basis Sex Work @BasisSexWork]

Sex workers are disproportionately affected by hidden homelessness.

Donate now at our Big Give page and your donation will be DOUBLED, meaning double the IMPACT: https://t.co/pJDAHD96Qt

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

Hidden homelessness. It’s here.

Today is World Homelessness Day and we’re launching our Hidden Homelessness video. All spoken words are inspired by the Leeds Women's Roughsleeping Census 2024.

Make a difference today: https://t.co/ubKMyU0AiA

[Basis Sex Work @BasisSexWork]

Donations to @BasisYorkshire for women who are roughsleeping are doubled if you donate via the Big Give link this week up to Wed 15th midday
https://t.co/phISmaMuGv Thank you to all who have donated so far!

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

Hidden homelessness. It’s here.

Today is World Homelessness Day and we’re launching our Hidden Homelessness video. All spoken words are inspired by the Leeds Women's Roughsleeping Census 2024.

Make a difference today: https://t.co/ubKMyU0AiA

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

...and we’re kicking off!

But how does it actually work?

Every donation made this week will be DOUBLED, as Big Give match your donation.

That means:
£5 becomes £10
£10 becomes £20
£20 becomes £40
& so on!

You MUST donate via our Big Give page: https://t.co/ubKMyU0AiA

[National Ugly Mugs @NationalUglyMug]

Today @ 3-5pm, London!
- SW-friendly therapist
- Specialist ISVA for #sexworkers
- Safe sex supplies
- Wellbeing activity (optional!)

Contact Iona for more details. See you soon!

#SexWorkerSupport #RightsNotRescue

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WE NEED YOU!📣

The Leeds Women's Rough Sleeping Census 2025 starts 23 September.

If you think your organisation can help and you want to get involved, please email [email protected] (she/they) for more information.

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This year is Basis Yorkshire's 30th anniversary!🧡🎉🎂

We are putting together a memory book!

If you would like to contribute any memories, whether that be stories, quotes, photographs or something else, please get in touch with us at [email protected]

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Leeds Sexual Health are with us on every Wednesday of July during drop-in (1pm-3pm).

You can also call us on 07710304306 during our office hours: 9.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday to book an appointment.

#Leeds #SupportSexWorkers

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The next Sex worker meet up is next week! This group is a sex worker led peer support group. ☂️

Wednesday 11th June

Contact Basis for more info:
[email protected] or DM

#Leeds #sexwork

[Basis Yorkshire @BasisYorkshire]

Today is International Sex Worker Day!☂️

50 years ago today, over 100 sex workers began an 8-day occupation of Saint-Nizier Church in Lyon.

Half a century later, sex workers are still fighting.

Find out what you can do: https://t.co/1qFTeY9x2P

#ISWD #ISWD25