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Women street sex working in Bristol regularly face violence. Many are living with the long-term impact of traumatic experiences. These challenges take a toll on their mental health. One25 provides specialist support to help women cope with the impact of trauma and live safer, more stable lives.
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Situation
One25 exists to support women who street sex work. Most are survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence and are living with the impact of trauma. Last year 55% told us they’d experienced childhood abuse. They are also facing increasing levels of crisis: we see an average of one woman a week who has been sexually and/or physically assaulted; many women have reported suicidal thoughts. Last year 85% experienced chronic mental ill health and we supported 228 women with health and wellbeing needs.
Solution
The One25 health hub offers flexible, sensitive healthcare – for both mental and physical conditions - for women who might otherwise go without. Three afternoons a week women can connect with health professionals in a safe and familiar space. They can be prescribed medication and opioid substitutes, be referred for counselling, and receive support following an assault. Health hub also offers therapeutic services to support wellbeing, including creative activities, food parcels and clean clothes.