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International Sex Workers’ Rights Day 2026

March 3rd is International Sex Workers’ Rights Day. Join us in demanding an end to all forms of violence against sex workers - including the structural violence that keeps people unsafe.

Why online advertising matters for sex worker safety

At NUM, we see clearly how online visibility enables safety and what happens when it is reduced. In this article, we cover: why online visibility matters, what happens when it's removed, what is often misunderstood about adult services websites.

PAID SURVEY: Youth Justice research for sex workers aged 18-25 in UK

We want to hear from sex workers aged 18-25 based in the UK to help us develop NUM's advocacy and support programmes!

EVENT: Takeaway Night at NUMbrella Lane!

Come along to NUMbrella Lane on Thursday 27th February for a takeaway meal!

Vocational Support Drop-ins: Online, 15th and 19th March

Join Sally from VSS on 13th and 19th March. Drop in for a 5 minute chat or stay for the full session!

Our work in 2025! – #IHeartNUM

Happy Valentines Day, everyone! See what we did in 2025 towards ending all forms of violence against sex workers ❤️ Please donate if can

Making Tax Digital – Online Q&A with SW Friendly Accountants

Join us on 12th March and meet accountants who understand sex work! This is a SW-only session to ask questions, find out when you will need to start MTD compliance, and demystify the coming changes.

University of York – Sex Work Studies and History Workshop [In-person and Online]

The University of York is hosting a hybrid workshop on 20th March 2026, opening with a talk from NUM CEO! Available to scholars, students, and those in related fields.

NUM Receives Funding for Youth Justice

Thanks to investment from the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, we will be jointly hiring project staff soon and we look forward to delivering this project with, by and for sex workers.

NUM’s Statement on the Stage 1 Report for the proposed ‘Prostitution’ bill in Scotland

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