Services
The following services are available to boys and young men up to 25 across Leeds and Bradford. If you would like more detailed information please contact us:
1-2-1 Support
Whether you’re 25 and involved in selling sex or whether you’re 15 and being forced into doing things you don’t want to do, the BLAST project can provide you with free, confidential 1-2-1 support in a variety of settings. Please note: the only time confidentiality would be broken is when yours or someone else’s safety and/or wellbeing is seriously at risk. Please see our confidentiality statement for further details.
Keeping Safe Information
If you’re involved in sexual exploitation the BLAST project will work with you to ensure that you are as safe as you can be. This can include giving practical information on how to stay safe and how to reduce the risk of danger.
Preventative Information
If you’re worried or concerned that someone might be getting you to do things you don’t want to do, the BLAST project can work with you to make sure you are aware of the risks and consequences involved and that you take steps to make sure you stay safe.
Counselling
Free counselling is available across Leeds and Bradford. Please click here for the Counselling website to get further details.
Free condoms and lube
The BLAST Project offers free condoms and lube. Please contact us to make a request.
Drop-in Service (18- 25)
The drop-in provides a safe space for young men aged 18 - 25 who are working as escorts and/or selling sex. Th drop-ins are held once a month in Leeds and once a month in Bradford.Young men can literally drop-in without making an appointment and meet other working young men, have a drink and a chat and get access to support if needed. Please contact us to find out dates and times.
Please note: the BLAST Project will also be providing young men with a chance to talk online throuhg our virtual online drop-in. Please contact us for more information.
Other services
There is access to housing advice, benefit information, drugs services, careers advice and sexual health clinics.
Please note: the only time confidentiality would be broken is when yours or someone else’s safety and/or wellbeing is seriously at risk. Please see our confidentiality statement for further details.