NUM is a charity committed to ending all forms of violence against sex workers. To contact the NUM team, please email admin@nationaluglymugs.org. https://nationaluglymugs.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mranzhp3ok26Coming soon📣 #RacialJustice Project eLearning Designed with racialised sx workers at the centre, this training supports practitioners to reflect on creating safer, inclusive, & more accessible public services. Launches end of July! Register your interest: nationaluglymugs.typeform.com/to/rH8Xaads22 Jul 2026 15:43 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mranzhp3ok26https://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mr42pfqbes2lOnline sessions are free, non-judgemental, and for sx workers only ☂️ We really hope to see you! Here's what's coming up in July: buff.ly/EyLINE0 Check out everything else we have to offer on the NUM website❣️ #SxWorkIsWork #CommunitySupport #MakingTaxDigital20 Jul 2026 19:46 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr42pfqbes2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mqpph2swm22mWORLD YOUTH SKILLS DAY✨ Around 1 million young people in UK are not in education, employment, or training, yet 84% of these want to be in a job or training for one. SWers, take a moment to recognise the skills and strengths that you bring to the table! #WorldYouthSkillsDay #VocationalSupport15 Jul 2026 21:53 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqpph2swm22mhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mpu57jq3es27Safe, judgement-free career support to help you reach your goals both within & outside of the sx industry. Plan a journey that suits you, showcase your skillset from SW & mainstream jobs, and more! 📅Wednesday July 29th 🔗Login to book your spot: buff.ly/Nz2RuaH #CareerSupport #SxWorkIsWork04 Jul 2026 22:45 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpu57jq3es27https://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mpu57jq3es27Safe, judgement-free career support to help you reach your goals both within & outside of the sx industry. Plan a journey that suits you, showcase your skillset from SW & mainstream jobs, and more! 📅Wednesday July 29th 🔗Login to book your spot: buff.ly/Nz2RuaH #CareerSupport #SxWorkIsWork04 Jul 2026 22:45 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpu57jq3es27https://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mnkj4biqbc2b1/2🧵 Join for a free online conference on Tues 23rd June Drawing from NUM & @BasisYorkshire's frontline experience, we'll explore how the homelessness sector & frontline workers engage with criminalised and heavily stigmatised communities. Sign up here: buff.ly/b63Tokb05 Jun 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnkj4biqbc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mohxdxxb7c2g📣 NEW ZINE In this issue: how to talk to the media as a sx worker, the launch of Red Umbrella Research (@ruresearch.bsky.social), Lip Service by the @vaginamuseum.bsky.social, upcoming events, plus art + writing from #sxworker creatives! Read 'Under the Red Umbrella': buff.ly/5GJMPD017 Jun 2026 09:03 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mohxdxxb7c2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mofmdayt2k2tHealthcare should be freely accessible for all ⭐ Hear from sx working participants' experiences with UK sexual health services, and simple changes that can help clinics to become more accessible. Read here: https://nationaluglymugs.org/2026/06/16/sexual-health-services-identifying-the-barriers-for-sex-workers/ #SexualHealth #SxWorkIsWork16 Jun 2026 10:40 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mofmdayt2k2thttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mo42vmuukc2d☂️ Online Community Drop-In (Sx workers-only) #SxWork can be isolating, especially when just starting out or living in areas where the industry feels less visible. Caseworker Louise runs an online space for members to connect. Wherever you are, you have a place here 💌 Next session on Wed 17th June12 Jun 2026 15:34 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo42vmuukc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mnwh4glv722b#CarersWeek2026 Carers may enter #sxwork as a way of supporting their family, to work flexibly around busy schedules, and for financial stability. Many of our members are carers for someone in their life 💌10 Jun 2026 09:57 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnwh4glv722bhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mnu3iq4hps2cCheck out the latest issue of 'Lip Service' by the Vagina Museum ☂️ This zine is packed with #sxwork stories, commentary and poetry, as well as a feature from NUM on safety and expressing sx work experiences through artwork. Click below! [contains quote post or other embedded content]09 Jun 2026 11:24 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnu3iq4hps2chttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mnkj4biqbc2b1/2🧵 Join for a free online conference on Tues 23rd June Drawing from NUM & @BasisYorkshire's frontline experience, we'll explore how the homelessness sector & frontline workers engage with criminalised and heavily stigmatised communities. Sign up here: buff.ly/b63Tokb05 Jun 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnkj4biqbc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mmoryo6rzs2cLet's come together to connect, create and celebrate International SWers' Day in Scotland! 🎈 June 2nd @ NUMbrella Lane: 🕑 2–5pm — discussion + zine-making 🍽️ 6–9pm — dinner on us! RSVP before 2nd June #Sxworkers of all genders, backgrounds, forms of work - all welcome! #ISWD #SxWorkIsWork25 May 2026 15:25 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmoryo6rzs2chttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mmoryo6rzs2cLet's come together to connect, create and celebrate International SWers' Day in Scotland! 🎈 June 2nd @ NUMbrella Lane: 🕑 2–5pm — discussion + zine-making 🍽️ 6–9pm — dinner on us! RSVP before 2nd June #Sxworkers of all genders, backgrounds, forms of work - all welcome! #ISWD #SxWorkIsWork25 May 2026 15:25 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmoryo6rzs2chttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mlqooq7vu22tDitch the January stress and tackle tax admin early! Body double with fellow #sxworkers, learn tips from within the industry, get ahead of your tax return 💫 📅 Thurs 14th May @ 1-4pm ☂️ NUMbrella Lane / Zoom Strictly SWers-only. Contact louise@nationaluglymugs.org #MakingTaxDigital13 May 2026 16:06 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqooq7vu22thttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mlncd7wb7s2jDisclosure Scotland Q&A 💫 TOMORROW! Bringing a fuller understanding of the process and what is actually disclosed in checks. When: Wednesday 13th May @ 12-2pm Where: Zoom - sign up in NUM Members' Area! #DisclosureScotland #VocationalSupport #SxWorkerSupport12 May 2026 07:47 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlncd7wb7s2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mkl4hhvhx22pRenters Right Act Q/A tomorrow! NUM is joined by Mia and Shayla, here to answer your questions and advise on the new law. See you soon 🌟 Reserve your spot in NUM's Members Area: members.nationaluglymugs.org/login [contains quote post or other embedded content]28 Apr 2026 17:31 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkl4hhvhx22phttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mkl47jmdbk2uRenters Right Act Q/A tomorrow! We are joined by Mia and Shayla, here to answer your questions and advise on what the new law means for #sxworkers Reserve your spot in NUM's Members Area: members.nationaluglymugs.org/login [contains quote post or other embedded content]28 Apr 2026 17:27 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkl47jmdbk2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mk3ubga3nk2eAre you a private tenant in England and want to understand how the new Renters’ Rights Act could affect you? Join us for an online Q&A on what the new law might mean in practice before it comes into effect on 1st May 2026. 📅 Wednesday 29 April, 12–2pm 🎟️ Login to Members' Area to secure your spot!22 Apr 2026 15:55 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3ubga3nk2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mk3iwufr2c2dJoin the NUM team! 🌟 Support members' access to career development opportunities, and develop new vocational tools for sx workers. Apply before 5pm on 27th April - buff.ly/9fMZZ5e #SexWorkIsWork #CommunityJobs #SxWorkerSupport #CareerDevelopment22 Apr 2026 12:32 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3iwufr2c2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mjp4mdpym22tTips and tricks from #sxworkers to get organised 💸 Join SWARM and NUM's Vocational Support Lead on Wednesday 22nd and prep for the financial year. Login and sign up in Members' Area: members.nationaluglymugs.org/login [contains quote post or other embedded content]17 Apr 2026 14:19 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjp4mdpym22thttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mja77uv6ik2e📣 LAST MONTH TO HAVE YOUR SAY! April is the last month for young adult #sxworkers to have a say in NUM's youth advocacy with a paid survey! 🔗 Login & get involved: members.nationaluglymugs.org/login Take part in a follow-up interview for a further £50 voucher (whilst supplies last). #SWSupport11 Apr 2026 15:56 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mja77uv6ik2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mjkce3ane22hJoin online tomorrow! Register here through the NUM members' area: members.nationaluglymugs.org/login [contains quote post or other embedded content]15 Apr 2026 16:19 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjkce3ane22hhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mjh7mv6wsk24✨WE'RE HIRING✨ Delivery & Development Assistant will support NUMbrella Lane drop-ins and provide non-judgemental vocational support in Scotland. If you're passionate about ending all forms of violence against #sxworkers we'd love to hear from you! 🔗 buff.ly/q2m97kb14 Apr 2026 10:52 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjh7mv6wsk24https://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mja77uv6ik2e📣 LAST MONTH TO HAVE YOUR SAY! April is the last month for young adult #sxworkers to have a say in NUM's youth advocacy with a paid survey! 🔗 Login & get involved: members.nationaluglymugs.org/login Take part in a follow-up interview for a further £50 voucher (whilst supplies last). #SWSupport11 Apr 2026 15:56 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mja77uv6ik2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mij7t42sfk2hWhat does your year look like? Let's reset for Q2 together! Reflect on your first few months of 2026 and set goals for the coming quarter. ⏰️ Thursday 16 April @ 12:30-1:30 ☂️ Sx workers only. Register in NUM Members' Area. General career support questions are welcome! #SxWorkIsWork #CareerPlanning02 Apr 2026 12:36 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mij7t42sfk2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3miyohwltnc2pMoney admin doesn’t have to be stressful. Learn practical tips on financial organisation - by and for #SxWorkers ☂️ We'll covers taxes, expenses, record keeping, and more! ⏰️ 22nd April, 1pm, Zoom 🔗 Register via NUM Members' Area #SxWorkIsWork #VocationalSupport #TaxTips #SupportNotStigma08 Apr 2026 16:08 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3miyohwltnc2phttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mivyajqles2rSpeak back! Racialised #sxworkers are invited to reflect and critique feedback from public sector professionals towards improving inclusion and accessibility in UK public sectors. Register your interest before 12th April: buff.ly/C44Oglk 🔗 Zoom meeting, 1 hour ☂️ £50 voucher #SupportNotStigma07 Apr 2026 14:25 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mivyajqles2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationaluglymugs.bsky.social/post/3mij7t42sfk2hWhat does your year look like? Let's reset for Q2 together! Reflect on your first few months of 2026 and set goals for the coming quarter. ⏰️ Thursday 16 April @ 12:30-1:30 ☂️ Sx workers only. Register in NUM Members' Area. General career support questions are welcome! #SxWorkIsWork #CareerPlanning02 Apr 2026 12:36 +0000at://did:plc:2h2semi5f5sph4cvwdojztom/app.bsky.feed.post/3mij7t42sfk2h