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General Category => Sex Work Projects => Topic started by: Turnaround on 01 October 2019, 07:22:43 am

Title: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 01 October 2019, 07:22:43 am
Hi there!

Turnaround provide confidential information and support services to persons working in the sex industry in Coventry & Solihull.

Although Turnaround's service is relatively new, our staff have over 30 years experience working with those in the sex industry and we recognise that whilst some people want to access our services others may not.

We can assure you that we are here to talk if and whenever you want to.

Many of the people we work with mention that they often feel isolated and would benefit from 'meeting-up' with others working in the sex industry.

In view of this we would like to facilitate a sex worker-led group session which can be accessed by workers in both areas. We envisage a safe space where peer support can be offered, advice given and friendships made.

To achieve this Turnaround are organising a coffee afternoon on Thursday 24th October at the Village Hotel, Coventry (Pub & Grill area to the left of the main reception). Pop in anytime between 12.30-2.30pm if you would like to be involved in shaping this sex worker-led group session to discuss potential locations, dates, times, advertising etc.

For further information please call Vicky (07714252927) or Lynne (07488 913591) or drop an email to victoria@turnaroundwestmidlands.co.uk.
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Escortx on 01 October 2019, 07:47:41 am
Will this be a regular thing?
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 14 October 2019, 09:29:07 am
Hi,

We are hoping it will become a monthly meeting, but will be guided by people who attend and/or want to get involved.

Hopefully see you there.

Vicky
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Escortx on 15 October 2019, 10:57:15 pm
I tour but in the area every few months would be interested
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 22 October 2019, 07:47:45 am
Hi Escortx,

That sounds great, it would be lovely to have your input.

If you plan that far in advance and want to let me know when you are in the Coventry/Solihull area in the upcoming months we can arrange a date that corresponds with when you are in the local area?

My contact details phone/email are on the initial post.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Vicky
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 24 October 2019, 12:07:56 pm
Hi,

If anyone is joining Lynne and I at the Village Hotel this afternoon, we are there now and are sat three tables down on the left hand side of the restaurant. Lynne is wearing a blue hat and beige bear coat!!!!

Hopefully see you soon!

Vicky
07714 252927
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Ebonysquirer on 12 November 2019, 07:21:34 am
I live in Solihull and I ll like to join for any future meets pls
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Escortx on 20 November 2019, 03:00:26 pm
I’ll be in Covent 27 November to the 4th is December
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 02 December 2019, 09:14:18 am
Hi Escortx,

Thanks for your reply to my messages.

If you want to meet up whilst you are in Coventry please drop me a text or email. My contact details are victoria@turnaroundwestmidlands.co.uk and phone 07714252927.

Hopefully see you soon.

Regards

Vicky
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 02 December 2019, 09:17:30 am
Hi Ebonysquirer,

Thanks for your reply to my message.

I will be shortly placing another advert on the forum for a meeting early in January 2020 which it would be great if you could attend.

If you want to meet up in the meantime or text/email please do not hesitate to contact me. My email is victoria@turnaroundwestmidlands.co.uk or phone 07714252927.

Hopefully see/speak to you soon.

Vicky

Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: KiaraK on 07 December 2019, 01:08:54 pm
Hello,

Myself and a friend would like to attend.

X
Title: Re: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 06 January 2020, 09:10:59 am
Hi,

Following on from our coffee afternoon in October we are running another at the The Manor Hotel, 127 Main Rd, Meriden, Coventry CV7 7NH on Thursday 30th January 2020.

This is a sex worker-led session which can be accessed by anyone working in Coventry or Solihull.

Pop in anytime between 12.00-2.00pm if you would like to access peer support or if you would simply like to be involved in shaping this sex worker-led group session moving forward from discussing potential locations, dates, times, advertising etc.

We will post more details nearer the time.

Any questions please contact Vicky on 07714 252927 or email victoria@turnaroundwestmidlands.co.uk

Hope to see you soon.

Vicky
Title: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 14 January 2020, 08:30:59 am
Hi,

Apologies for reposting but I accidentally added this invitation to the post for our previous coffee afternoon in October and should have created a new topic!!!!

Following on from our coffee afternoon in October we are running another at the The Manor Hotel, 127 Main Rd, Meriden, Coventry CV7 7NH on Thursday 30th January 2020.

This is a sex worker-led session which can be accessed by anyone working in Coventry or Solihull.

Pop in anytime between 12.00-2.00pm if you would like to access peer support or if you would simply like to be involved in shaping this sex worker-led group session moving forward from discussing potential locations, dates, times, advertising etc.

We will post more details nearer the time.

Any questions please contact Vicky on 07714 252927 or email victoria@turnaroundwestmidlands.co.uk

Hope to see you soon.

Vicky
Title: New web chat service for workers in Coventry and Solihull
Post by: Turnaround on 18 January 2020, 07:54:17 am
Hi everyone,

Turnaround are launching a new web chat service for workers in the Coventry and Solihull areas of the West Midlands.

We will be online w/b Monday 20.01.20 at the following times:

Tuesday 21st January 1630-1830

Wednesday 22nd January 1000-1200

Thursday 23rd January 1400-1600


We offer information and support to access sex worker specific services in the local areas including :

Sexual health, including access to STI testing, contraception, free condoms and pregnancy testing, safety advice, National Ugly Mugs including support to report crimes against you, information on sex work, the law and sex workers rights, health & wellbeing, budgeting advice, housing support, access to substance misuse services and addiction services, access to training and employment, support for migrant workers, support for victims of trafficking and exploitation and general advocacy services.

It would be great to hear from you.

Thanks  :)

Vicky
Title: Coventry & Solihull Coffee Afternoon Thursday 30th January 12.00-2.00pm
Post by: Turnaround on 30 January 2020, 12:14:57 pm
Just a quick update to let you know Lynne and I are at the Manor Hotel until 2pm this afternoon and are sat to the left hand side of reception.

Hope to see you here!

Vicky & Lynne
Title: Turnaround West Midlands changes to service during COVID-19 outbreak
Post by: Turnaround on 17 March 2020, 02:31:27 pm
Hi!

Just wanted to update you all of some changes to our service during the current COVID-19 outbreak.

Our web chat service will be extended and available to all sex workers across the West Midlands between 10am-4pm Monday to Friday. This can be accessed via our website www.turnaroundwestmidlands.co.uk

Our staff will also be available during those times for phone support :

Vicky 07714252927
Lynne 07488912179
Katie 07488913591

We will be here should you just need someone to talk to during this time.

For further information please visit our website (details above).

Thank you.

Vicky