Next Monday 30th March, 2-3.30pm, we’ll be hosting an online event to discuss the findings of our autumn 2025 research report on why people go into sex work and remain in it, and what they’d like the government to do to support them. Sign up here to join us! www.eventbrite.com/e/decrim-now...

It is that time of year again; we are hiring for our Project and Outreach Assistant role!🌟 This role is open to all University of Leeds students embarking on their Year in Industry. Applications are open now on our website - buff.ly/NBA0IIX

National Child Exploitation (CE) Awareness Day (18th March) brings to the forefront issues surrounding CE, abuse and sexual exploitation, and encourages people to learn how to think, spot and speak out against abuse. Read our blog now: buff.ly/SH8iflQ

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

For International Women's Day, we're publishing the 2025 Leeds Women's Homelessness Census. In September 2025, a large number of frontline workers from different Leeds-based organisations took part in the census, facilitated and coordinated by Basis Yorkshire. Read now: buff.ly/509R0E1

To celebrate International Women's Day, on Wednesday the 11th, we will be hosting an afternoon tea during drop-in. Wednesday 11th March, 1-3pm. This space is for current and former women and non-binary sex workers, and adults who have experienced or are at risk of exploitation.

Today marks Sex Worker Rights Day, an important day of reflection, solidarity with sex workers and the continuation of advocacy. The UK law directly affects working conditions for sex workers; the criminalisation of sex work affects safety in Leeds and across the country. Read now: buff.ly/L4QIUQ3

Drop-in on Mon 2nd and Tue 3rd March is cancelled due to staff capacity. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.

Looking to expand your knowledge this year?💻 We will be running our Working with Women Sex Workers Open Course on 3rd March and 9th June in 2026! Our CPD-certified training course focuses on sharing best practice on working with women sex workers. £90 pp Book a space now: buff.ly/jElaTLU

Due to staff training, our office will be closed Wed 25th Feb. There will be no drop-in or outreach on this day. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.

We're hiring!📣 Join our adult team as a Navigation and Support Worker (Sex Work). Deadline: 6th March (midday) Find out more and apply now: buff.ly/0qrnGy0

Next week we will be running our Wellbeing Wise Up event at drop-in! Leeds Sexual Health will be running a SH information session, and SH testing and a blood pressure check! Wed 18 Feb 1-3pm This space is for current and former women and NB SWs and adults who have experienced exploitation

Today is Safer Internet Day. Conversations about online safety should be ongoing, but today is an important moment to reflect, learn, and take action. If you need support, please contact us via phone (0113 243 0036) or email. #itsnotyourfault #saferinternetday

This week is National HIV Testing Week! At Basis Yorkshire, we’re here to support your choices around sexual health whether you want information, help accessing a test or someone to talk to about what the result might mean. Leeds Sexual Health are also at the office every Wednesday between 1-3pm!

Looking to expand your knowledge this year?💻 We will be running our Working with Women Sex Workers Open Course on 3rd March and 9th June in 2026! Our CPD-certified training course focuses on sharing best practice on working with women sex workers. £90 pp Book a space now: buff.ly/jElaTLU

We are pleased to hear that the Scottish Government have rejected the Prostitution (Offences and Support) (Scotland) Bill at Stage 1. This Bill proposed introducing client criminalisation laws in Scotland. Read our full statement now: buff.ly/55W8tc2

Are you supported by Basis? We are interested in the views of people who currently access Basis support, and from SWs who may wish to in future. Our findings will be shared among the Basis team, and with our partners at @nationaluglymugs.bsky.social Fill in our short survey now: buff.ly/KRgUvSl

For Sexual Violence and Abuse Awareness Week, we are raising awareness for sexual violence and abuse. At Basis Yorkshire, we provide tailored, non-judgemental support to those affected by sexual violence whether or not it has been reported to the police. #itsnotok #supportsexworkers

Need SH testing? Leeds Sexual Health are with us on Wednesday 4th, 11th and 18th in Feb during drop-in, 1pm-3pm! You can also book an appointment with LSH via our dedicated Sexual Health Phone - 07710304306

Join us! 🏃 We've covered entry fees for the Leeds 10K on June 14th and the half-marathon on May 10th. We're seeking participants to raise funds for Basis, supporting sex workers, those sexually exploited, and women facing hidden homelessness. Register now: buff.ly/ZPZewQM

Sometimes getting the right support in the first place can be the most difficult step. Becoming a Friend of Basis directly contributes to young people who have experienced sexual exploitation and their path to empowerment. Donate now and empower someone today: buff.ly/Sc86xVN

Sign up to our monthly newsletter! At the start of every month, you can find out what we have been up to! This includes activities with the people we support, fundraising with our community and opportunities to get involved in. Use this link to sign up: buff.ly/4GnhTIM

New Frontline training session! Join us for a focused session exploring women’s pathways around homelessness in relation to health and hospital discharge: : the challenges women face when leaving hospital without secure housing Sign up now: buff.ly/nk8AKWb @smitfcharity.bsky.social

We need you!🏃 We have pre-paid spaces for the Leeds 10K run (14th June) and the Leeds half-marathon (10th May)! We are looking for runners to fundraise for us! Individual fundraising is extremely important to Basis. Sign up now: buff.ly/C6Rw5nY

Looking to expand your knowledge this year?💻 We will be running our Working with Women Sex Workers Open Course on 3rd Mar and 9th June in 2026! Our CPD-certified training course focuses on sharing best practice on working with women sex workers. Find out more and book a space now: buff.ly/1b1nqR3

Want to stay fit and make a difference to the local community? Run for Basis Yorkshire! We are looking for passionate people to run in the Leeds 10K run (14th June) and the Leeds half-marathon (10th May)! (spaces pre-paid) If you're interested, fill in our form: buff.ly/clrmEqY

A promise to halve VAWG was part of the election campaign and remains central to the strategy to prevent violence against women and girls (VAWG). Sex workers face some of the most disproportionate risks of violence – how does the strategy work for them? Read our blog now: buff.ly/bvFesgx

Are you supported by Basis? We are interested in the views of people who currently access Basis support, and from SWs who may wish to in future. Our findings will be shared among the Basis team, and with our partners at @nationaluglymugs.bsky.social Fill in our short survey now: buff.ly/lQPKUOa

Deadline soon! 📣 We have 2 roles in our young people team, and 1 in our adult! Deadline for all roles is 12th Jan midday. Apply now: buff.ly/yh5soH3

It's 2026 and Leeds Sexual Health are with us every Wednesday in Jan during drop-in, 1pm-3pm! You can also book an appointment with LSH via our dedicated Sexual Health Phone - 07710304306

We wish you a warm and safe Winter break!🎄 This time of year is hard for some people, so we try to stay open as much as possible. When we are not, please reach out to these support services.

Homelessness is often seen through a one-size-fits-all lens, but the reality for women sleeping rough is complex, hidden, and deeply personal. Leeds’ third annual Women’s Rough Sleeping Census was carried out in September 2025. Read the full blog now: buff.ly/PSwcJE9

We're hiring! 🎉 We have 2 roles in our young people team, and 1 in our adult! Deadline for all roles is 12th Jan midday. Apply now: buff.ly/kPTKajO

The 17th December marks International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers. Today we remember all the sex workers in the local community and beyond who have lost their lives due to violence. We mourn these lives needlessly lost and stand in solidarity with those experiencing ongoing violence.

Leeds, this is your moment! To celebrate being the UK's most generous city, JustGiving are donating £12,000 to UK charities - and you get to choose where it goes. Pick Basis Yorkshire, and they'll send us £10. Easy! buff.ly/2GkxlzZ

Wed 17 Dec is International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers☂ During our drop-in, we'll be providing a reflective space to spend the afternoon and to remember those we’ve lost to violence. This space is for women and NB SWs, and people who have experienced exploitation

Due to staff capacity, our office will be closed the morning of Friday 12th Dec, and open from 12.30pm. Apologies for the inconvenience caused.

The 10th of December marks the end of the annual campaign, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence. This year’s theme explored online abuse. In our latest blog, we explore image based abuse, such as "revenge porn" and deepfake pornography. Read now: buff.ly/aYe7sO7

We're hiring!📣 Join our Young People team as CSE Parents and School Liaison Support Worker! Find out more: buff.ly/41I9E3E

For 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence, we are raising awareness to gender based violence within gangs. Women and girls involved in or around gangs can face unique and gender-specific forms of violence. #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence #16Days

Join us for our Winter Wellbeing Party at drop-in!☃️❄️🎉 Hot food, festive crafts, massages, sexual health testing, blood pressure checks and maybe even some singing!🎤 Wed 10th Dec, 1pm-3pm This space is for women and non-binary sex workers, and adults who have experienced exploitation.

As part of 16 days against gender based violence, we are raising awareness to sexual exploitation and violence against adults. Here at Basis Yorkshire, we work directly with adults affected by sexual exploitation, providing support, advocacy and safe spaces for recovery.

As part of 16 days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence, we are raising awareness to Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). We recognise the impacts this has so we are here to provide the tools young people need to cope with their experiences, keep themselves safe and make healthy choices.

Today we are raising awareness of domestic violence as part of 16 days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence. Anyone can experience domestic violence, but women and girls are disproportionality affected. We are always here to support you or anyone you know who is at risk of domestic violence.

For 16 days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence, we are raising awareness to the violence that occurs against sex workers. Sex workers experience an increased risk of violence and victimisation due to their work, but also due to the stigmatisation and restrictive legislation.

Today marks the start of 16 days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence! Over the 16 days, we will be highlighting the crisis of gender-based violence against women, girls and gender minorities. We will be raising awareness to the different forms of violence and how to get the support you need.

We're hiring!📣 We have 2 roles in our Young People team; CSE Neurodivergent Support Worker and CSE Parents and School Liaison Support Worker. Find out more: buff.ly/cL4zhJO

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance, where we hold memory for those who lost their lives due to anti-transgender violence. Trans sex workers are disproportionately affected by violence, and young trans people are more at risk of CSE. This is not ok. Read our blog now: buff.ly/xGqhI8q

It’s BBC’s Children in Need! We are grateful for the support we get from Children in Need and encourage you to get involved! The funding we receive goes towards specialist support for children and young people who are being sexually exploited. @BBC #ChildreninNeed #EndCSEA

On 25 July, the Online Safety Act (OSA) came in, putting more responsibility on social media companies and search services to take down harmful content through legal accountability. The OSA has affected both SWs & young people in a variety of ways. Read more: buff.ly/MkoPCcy