Hello everyone 

I'm Emily - I'm currently working on my PhD research study at the University of Warwick, titled 'What kind of work is sex work?'. I'm seeking anyone with experience of indoor sex work in the UK - including full-service sex work and/or other types of indoor sex work, such as stripping or OnlyFans - to take part in the study throughout 2024.

What are the aims?

The research explores lived experiences of UK-based indoor sex work in relation to other jobs, employment, livelihoods and relationships.

I aim to develop a better understanding of the nature of sex work - and different reasons why individuals enter the sex industry - at a time when many in the UK are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis, inadequacies with other jobs and occupations, as well as the effects of Brexit and the pandemic.

This research stands in solidarity with the sex workers' rights movement.

What does taking part involve?

    • An interview lasting approx. 1hr, bringing 3 artefacts related to sex work (online or in-person - instructions will be provided)

    • Optional participation, at a later date, in a small creative group workshop with other participants, in which we discuss our artefacts and experiences together

    • Both interviews and workshops are designed to be informal, fun and creative! Workshops last approx. 1.5hrs.

    • All participation is voluntary and you can leave at any point. You will be asked to sign an ethically informed consent form confirming that you are aged 18+

You will receive £50 in recognition of your time as well as reimbursement of any travel expenses incurred 

I have uploaded the participant information leaflet here, so you can learn more in case you'd like to be involved: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1505bfYgtt0AEgkyb3ihaOJTy2pE8mtFX8Sx_tm4Obg0/edit?usp=sharing

For any questions, or to take part please contact:

Emily Pickthall - emily.pickthall@warwick.ac.uk - or you can also DM me!

Or, you can alternatively contact me here - e.1993.contact@protonmail.com

You can also find me here - https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/sociology/staff/pickthall/