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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.

Leeds, England
Joined October 2015
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✨ Come and cheer on our incredible Firewalkers! 🔥👣 This Wednesday, our brave fundraisers will be taking on the hot coals to raise vital funds for Basis Yorkshire, and we'd love for you to join us and show your support. 📍 Leeds Art Gallery 🕖 7:00pm 📅 Wednesday 4 November
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We have Leeds Sexual Health at our Wednesday drop-in sessions from 1pm to 3pm! Whether you’re due a check-up, have questions, or would like advice and support, their team is here to help in a confidential, non-judgmental space. Book an appointment 📞 07710 304306
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Happy Halloween!👻 This week we hosted a Halloween party at our Wellbeing Hub! Tasty treats were had, creepy crafts were made and bewitching bingo was played!🧙 Our Wellbeing Hub is for current and former women and non-binary SW, and adults who have experienced exploitation.
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Working with women sex workers ☂️ We're running another online CPD-certified training course which focuses on sharing best practice on working with women sex workers.
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We aim to empower the people we support to build the lives they want for themselves. With the right support, opportunities and understanding, they can work towards the future they deserve, whatever their background or experiences. Read Lucy's* story now: buff.ly/Ahk8Ffg
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We want young people and their parents to know we're there for them and they're not alone. With your support, we can empower people to feel confident and make the choices they want and deserve.
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Happy Black History Month! 📢 We're proud to collaborate with @nationaluglymugs as an organisation and get to work alongside some of the best activists in the country! Did you know that NUM has the Racial Justice For Sex Workers Project?
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Some of our stock is running low - help us out by buying directly from our Amazon Wishlist!📦️ We need leggings, underwear and safety alarms. You can purchase anonymously or leave a note. It's a tangible way to support us. Support someone today: buff.ly/Tsd7yLu
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FREE TRAINING 📢📷 Join us on the 4th November from 1 pm to 3 pm at Bradford Mechanics Institute Library for our free training! eventbrite.co.uk/e/improving…
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✨🛍️ GOOD NEWS, SHOPPERS! 🛍️✨ Did you know you can support Basis Yorkshire every time you shop online... without spending a penny extra? 💜 We're now on Give as you Live, which means your everyday shopping can help make a difference! 🙌
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Today is World Homelessness Day 📢 For the past four years, we have collaborated with @smitfcharity Frontline Network to produce the Women's Rough Sleeping Census to capture the bigger picture of women in Leeds.
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Some of our stock is running low - help us out by buying directly from our Amazon Wishlist!📦️ We need leggings, underwear and safety alarms. You can purchase anonymously or leave a note. It's a tangible way to support us. Support someone today: buff.ly/Tsd7yLu
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Our amazing colleague, Dan, is embarking on a 72-mile trek over 6 days!💪 🥾 They will be walking from their original home town of Chesterfield all the way to their current home in Leeds, fundraising for Basis Yorkshire! Support Dan now! buff.ly/WrUnghR
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New Frontline worker session!📣 Join us for an update from Leeds Housing Options on the new Housing Options Strategy 2026. Online 13th Oct, 2pm-3.30pm Sign up now - buff.ly/ESIqDqc @SMITFCharity
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We have Leeds Sexual Health at our Wednesday drop-in sessions from 1pm to 3pm! Whether you’re due a check-up, have questions, or would like advice and support, their team is here to help in a confidential, non-judgmental space. 📞 07710 304306 Your sexual health matters.
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Happy World Contraception Day! 💜☂️ Contraception is key to having safer sex, and we offer a range of contraceptive options.
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This week is the Women's Homelessness Census 📢 For the past four years, we have collaborated with @smitfcharity Frontline Network to produce the Women's Homelessness Census to capture the bigger picture of women in Leeds.
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