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Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) in Brighton is launching a survey aimed at establishing the health and support needs of male and transgender sex workers. The survey can be completed at THT’s centre in Ship Street, Brighton. Anyone who takes part will be offered a £10 retail voucher.

The results from the survey, which is launched in partnership with Soho Boyz (a free advice service for male and transgender sex workers in London), will help THT assess the support services it provides to male and transgender sex workers in the region. The charity currently offers one hour HIV testing, information and support around sexual health and provides free condoms and lube from its office in Brighton.

Mark Cull, Health Promotion Coordinator at THT in Brighton said
"We’re launching this survey because we want to get a clearer picture of some of the key issues that male and transgender sex workers face, and whether local services are meeting their needs. This survey is vital because it will help us develop and target our services and we really need both male and transgender sex workers to get involved. If you’ve sold sex within the last 12 months, or perhaps exchanged sex for somewhere to stay or for drugs or alcohol, please take the time to fill the questionnaire in – it’ll only take a few minutes and the information you’ll give us is invaluable.”

The survey includes questions about accessing sexual health services, HIV testing as well as questions on drug and alcohol use, housing and other issues. The surveys can be completed until mid September.

To take part in the survey and to find out about the services that THT offers contact Mark Cull on 01273 764223 or email mark.cull@tht.org.uk

There will also be an opportunity for people to take part in the survey at Pride on August 1. Soho Boyz will have a stall at Preston Park from where people can take part.

For more information view:
www.tht.org.uk
www.sohoboyz.org.uk