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HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) has launched a recruitment drive in Brighton & Hove to find local people who are able to give up some of their free time as volunteer fundraisers to help support its services.

The charity, which has a centre in Brighton, provides a wide range of services locally including information and advice around HIV and sexual health; HIV testing; counselling; one-to-one support; peer support groups; and specialist advice for people living with HIV on areas such as employment and benefits.

Mark Cull, health promotion co-ordinator for THT in Brighton & Hove, said:
“Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and without them, we couldn’t provide all the services we do. In return for giving up some of your time we’ll ensure you’re trained and supported. We’re looking for people from all walks of life, so if you’re interested in making a difference and would like to help Terrence Higgins Trust, please get in touch.”

Volunteers recently helped raise more than £170 for THT by holding a fundraising event at the Body Shop in North Street, Brighton. The store asked shoppers to make a donation to THT in return for an indulgent hand massage or makeover, and also donated a hamper worth £200 for a raffle. The charity is now calling for more people who might be interested in being a volunteer fundraiser to come forward and find out more.

One of THT’s fundraising volunteers Phillip said:
“I volunteer for THT because I wanted to give something back to the community as well as gaining some experience in the charity sector.”

As well as helping at the Body Shop fundraising event, Phillip raised £110 by asking guests at his birthday party to make a donation to THT.

All monies raised will go to the activities of THT in Brighton & Hove and helping local people with HIV/Aids.

For moe information about THT view:
www.tht.org.uk