Basis Yorkshire

Basis supports women who sex work and women and young people who are sexually exploited. We work to end stigma, create safety and promote empowerment.

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Donations Call Out! ✨👗

We would appreciate any summery clothes (smaller sizes are preferable) and unopened water bottles and suncream!
If you'd like to donate, we accept donations at our office - from 9:30am till 4pm, this Friday or next Monday!

Thank you for your support!

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This week in Leeds is looking to be a scorcher!☀️ But not everyone has the same opportunities to stay cool.

Here are some tips and resources for those who may be more at risk.

#heatwave #homeslessness #hiddenhomelessness #heatstroke #leeds

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Due to staff training, our office will be closed Wed 24th June. There will be no drop-in or outreach on this day. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.

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Calling all frontline workers in the homelessness sector!

Join @SMITFCharity’s free online Frontline Network Annual Conference on 23rd June 2026.

Ten online sessions and opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the UK. Register here: https://t.co/f5RlsAv19T

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The red umbrella represents sex workers’ collective struggle for safety, dignity, labour rights, and recognition, and challenges the systems that criminalise and marginalise them.

Stand under the red umbrella. Listen to sex workers.

#RedUmbrella #SexWorkersRights #DecrimSexWork

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Want to learn how to support young people experiencing child sexual exploitation?

We are running a free training session on 21st July 2026 at Bradford Mechanics Institute Library.

Sign up through this link: https://t.co/bXnLrNNkVm

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What do you think about media representations of sex workers?

Read more about our thoughts: https://t.co/UnGkkS6fI7

#supportsexworkers #decrimsexwork #euphoria #sexworkers #leeds

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It's Volunteer Week - a MASSIVE thank you to all our volunteers, past and present! We can't do the work we do without you!

If you would like to donate some of your time to volunteering with us, we are currently looking for volunteers: https://t.co/bpeHzryHLW

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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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📣 Under a week left!📣

We're looking for a Communications and Fundraising Assistant to join our Admin Team!

Deadline: 9th June (midday)

Apply now: https://t.co/bIBQ8zbXZw

[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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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

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We still have spaces on our Working with Women Sex Workers Open Course on 9th June!

Our CPD-certified training course focuses on sharing best practice on working with women sex workers.

Find out more and book a space now: https://t.co/vv8cfShiwV

#TrainingandEducation #Sexwork

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📣 WE'RE HIRING!📣

We're looking for a Communications and Fundraising Assistant to join our Admin Team!

Deadline: 9th June (midday)

Find out more: https://t.co/aOqksyw2Mf

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Staying safe in hot weather is extremely important, especially for those who are the most vulnerable. Here are signs for you to look out for and resources for those who may be at risk.

#heatwave #homeslessness #hiddenhomelessness #heatstroke #leeds

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We will be closed Monday 4th May due to the bank holiday. There will be no drop-in or outreach on this day. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.

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📣 One week left to apply!📣
We're hiring 2 people to join our Adult team - Navigation and Support Workers, Sex Work, and DV and Housing!

Apply now: https://t.co/0nIvpz6KNA

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You are not in trouble if you have borrowed from a loan shark. Support is available if you are affected by this crime.

Call Stop Loan Sharks at any time to get support: 0300 555 2222

Contact Basis Yorkshire for financial well-being support: 0113 243 0036

#stoploansharks

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Reaching out can feel difficult, but you don’t need the “right words” to contact us.

A phone call with our team will always be confidential, supportive, and led by you.

Contact us at 0113 243 0036 or [email protected]

#supportservices #supportsexworkers #leeds

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Recognising the signs is important, but so is what comes next.

Being a trusted, non-judgmental space for someone can help stop harm early.

Support is available. No one has to go through this alone.

#grooming #stopsexualabuse #leedscharity #spotthesigns