Basis Young People

Consent is needed for all sexual interactions. If you’ve said yes to sex, you can change your mind at any time. If you’ve agreed to one sexual act, you can say no to a different sexual act. #NoMeansNo and only an enthusiastic yes means yes. #SexualHealthAwareness #SHW23 #Consent

STIs are transferred through unprotected sex. It's important to get tested often, especially if you think you’ve been exposed to a STI or you’ve recently changed partners. Many people don't show symptoms so might not know they have a STI. #SexualHealth #SHW23 #STItesting #Basis

There is a whole range of contraception available, which each offer different forms of protection. Talk to your worker or look at the NHS website for the full range of options and advice about each. #SexualHealthAwareness #SexualHealth #SafeSex #Healthcare #SHW23 #Contraception

This week is Sexual Health Awareness Week! We will be posting all about how to keep yourself safe through contraception, testing and consent. #SexualHealthAwareness #SexualHealth #SafeSex #Healthcare #AccessibleHealthcare #Inclusivecare #SHW23 #SHWeek2023 #Basis #Educate

Today is 🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️#pride in Leeds and we wanted to wish everyone a happy and safe day however you choose to observe it. Leeds Pride celebrates difference, and diversity, and demanding everyone’s right to live their sexualities, and express their gender(s). #pride #august #LGBTQ+

July 14th marks Non-binary Visibility Day. In honour of this day, we encourage you to read inspiring stories that showcase the diverse experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals, both past and present. #nonbinaryvisibilityday

We want to thank all who have supported us - our volunteers, partners, staff, trustees, and supporters. Without each and every one of you, we would not be able to continue the incredible work that we do here at Basis. Thank you!

We are still #hiring! We're looking for a talented individual to join our team and make an impact! The role is permanent and full-time, based in Leeds! Apply here:basisyorkshire.org.uk/about-us/vacan… #fundraising #jobopportunity #Leeds

🏳️‍🌈 Its #pridemonth!! 🏳️‍🌈 There are lots of LGBTQ + organisations in Leeds that are seeking individuals to volunteer with them.🏳️‍🌈 ❤️@lgbt_leeds 🧡@LeedsLGBTAngels 💛@OutTogetherLGBT 💚@LSLCS 💙@PeopleInAction 💜@TransLeeds

Do you think safeguarding is your #SafeguardingWeek2023 Safeguarding is not just a responsibility for those working directly with children. We can all play our part in making the world a safer place for children ,young people and adults. #SafeGuardingWeek #WestYorkshire #CSE

We're proud to be supporting #SafeguardingWeek! Ensuring the safety of young people and raising awareness of sexual exploitation is important. We will continue to promote awareness so we can empower everyone working to keep young people safe. #SexualExploitation #CSE

This week is West Yorkshire #SafeguardingWeek2023. It is an important opportunity for us all to help people in Leeds to be safe from abuse, neglect and self-neglect. Together we can use this opportunity to share key messages with citizens, communities and practitioners. #Leeds

Ever thought about volunteering with Basis? Here's what some of our Basis volunteers had to say about their experiences volunteering in drop-in, outreach, and around the office and all the wonderful things they have helped us to do! #thankyou #volunteers #VolunteersWeek

Everyone has the right to live free and with dignity! At Basis we are an LGBTQ+ inclusive organisation who offer non-judgemental support regardless of sexuality and gender identity #LGBTQ+ #Pride 🏳️‍⚧🏳️‍🌈

#HappyPrideMonth Basis recognises everyone’s right to live their sexualities, and express their gender(s) freely everyday. We also acknowledge the additional stigma that young people we work with from the LGBTQ+ communities experience. #PrideMonth

WE ARE HIRING! Are you passionate about supporting and advocating for women? This is 28 hours per week position advocating for and supporting #women involved in sex work or women with experience of sexual exploitation. #jobs #leeds #womensrights basisyorkshire.org.uk/athenaworker/

NightOWLS is for every child or young person, including neuro-diverse people, who are experiencing a mental health crisis at night. Open 8pm-8am every day. Call free, text or online chat at wynightowls.org.uk #mentalhealth

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, Pudsey’s temporarily removed his bandana. Our 'Behind the Bandana' campaign is there to show that mental health issues are often less visible and to encourage conversations that can help. Head here for tips and tools 👉 bbc.co.uk/pudsey

We're holding a baking sale at the Volunteer Centre within the Kirkgate Market to kick off our #BigGive #Kind2Mind campaign. We are hoping to raise £2,500 to provide fast-tracked access to specialist, trauma-informed therapy for victims of sexual abuse for up to 12 months.

We are taking part in the Kind2Mind campaign with BigGive. For every £1 you donate, @BigGive will match it, doubling the impact of your gift! To find out more details, visit our campaign page at:donate.biggive.org/campaign/a0569… #BigGive #Kind2MindMatchFund #TraumaInformed