MESMAC

A photo of a trans masc person and a non-binary person taking a selfie together. Text reads: Bame Support group for LGBTQ+ people. Once a month, on a Friday. 8 King Street, Hull, HU1 2JJ

We're launching a brand new support group for LGBTQ+ people of colour in #Hull!

It'll be held monthly at our office in Trinity Square. Come along for a cuppa, a chance to meet new people and a friendly space

For more info, get in touch with Eshe:
📱 07468 885 951
💻 e.iluokhauno@mesmac.co.uk

Transcendent. Queer DJ Night. Fundraiser. Raffle. Costume Runway. 21/11 9pm. Polar Bear

Check out this DJ Night in aid of Hull's trans community! 👇

More info: www.polarbearmusicclub.co.uk/whatson/tran...

Sexual Health Drop-in at ReNew. Weds 15th Oct. 10am-12pm. Trafalgar House, 43-45 Beverley Rd, Hull, HU3 1XH. STI screening, free condoms and lube, support with sexual health, contraception, relationships & wellbeing

Got questions about your sexual health? Looking for a test to put your mind at ease? Or just want to stock up on condoms?

Catch Claire at @CGLHull TOMORROW - no need to book, just drop by

A photo of a non-binary person looking down at their phone. Text reads: National hate crime awareness week

It’s #NationalHateCrimeAwarenessWeek

Our offices are third party reporting centres, meaning you can report hate crimes and hate incidents to us. We can also offer support and where possible a staff member to be present if you choose to involve the police

#NHCAW #NoPlaceForHate #SafePlaceForAll

Sexual health drop-in for women aged 16-24. Every Tuesday 2pm-4pm. At Mesmac Rotherham, 11 Mansfield Road, S60 2DR. No appointment needed. HIV, STI & pregnancy testing. condoms. contraception advice. period products.

Have you heard about our brand new drop-in for women aged 16-24 in #Rotherham?

Join us at our office every Tuesday afternoon to get up to date with your sexual health - no appointment needed

A photo of Mesmac staff and volunteers at Pride in Hull, holding up signs and a banner that reads #TransPeopleAreLoved. Text reads: Volunteer induction. Weds 22nd October 2pm-4pm. 8 King Street, Hull, HU1 2JJ

We're looking for new volunteers to join our stellar team in #Hull!

Loads of roles on offer:
💜 Scene outreach
💜 Greeting people arriving at our office
💜 Condom packing
💜 Join us at drop-ins and events like Pride and freshers

Claire has more info:
📱 07771 931 335
💻 c.thompson@mesmac.co.uk

Training with Mesmac. As well as RSE in educational settings, we offer training for professionals on: LGBTQ+ Awareness, trans awareness, HIV awareness, FGM awareness, chemsex awareness, bespoke training sessions

Did you know we offer free training to professionals in #Hull?

We can craft a session on a variety of sexual health and wellbeing topics - whether you're looking to cover something new or refresh some rusty knowledge

Email training@mesmac.co.uk for more information

Sexual Health Drop-in at ReNew. Weds 15th Oct. 10am-12pm. Trafalgar House, 43-45 Beverley Rd, Hull, HU3 1XH. STI screening, free condoms and lube, support with sexual health, contraception, relationships & wellbeing

Got questions about your sexual health? Looking for a test to put your mind at ease? Or just want to stock up on condoms?

Claire's got you covered every month at @CGLHull in #Hull. No need to book, just drop by

Sexual Health Drop-in at Roads. Thurs 9th October. 1:30pm-3:30pm. STI screening. Pregnancy testing. Free condoms and lube. Free period products. Advice. Ask at reception for details

You can find us at ROADS in #Rotherham every month for a sexual health drop-in

It's fast, free & confidential

No need to book, just turn up 💜

Drop-in for ages 13-19. Mesmac. STI screening. Referrals for contraception. Pregnancy testing. Free condoms. Every Saturday. 8 King Street

Did you know we hold a weekly drop-in for young people every Saturday at our office in #Hull?

Find us opposite Hull Minster, next to Head of Steam. We're the building with the big blue door

People living with HIV have the right to live free from discrimination. Dignity is not optional - it’s essential.

Our #HateCrime Advocacy Service is here to make sure every voice is heard.
Standing with those affected by hate crime, working to uphold their rights and challenge racial discrimination.
If you or someone you know has been affected by #hatecrime, reach out today. #AdvocacyWorks

LGBTQI+ Stroke Survivors & Partners. Seeking members of the LGBTQI+ community and their partners to participate in a groundbreaking new study about post stroke sexuality! Be the change. T: +61286277766 / E: William.Kokay@Sydney.Edu.AU For more information go to TinyURL.Com/LGBTQI-Stroke-Study This study has been approved by the human research ethics committee of the University of Sydney

Are you LGBTQ+ and the survivor of a stoke? Or is your partner?

Have your voice heard in a study about support, care and help with sexuality after stroke

Full details 👇

A photo of a purple Mesmac stall at Fareham Festival. Harriet stands to one side holding a sign. Text reads: Volunteer Induction. Weds 1st October 12pm-2pm. 11 Mansfield Road, S60 2DR

Interested in joining us at events, on outreach or welcoming people into our office?

We're looking for new volunteers to join our stellar team in #Rotherham!

Get in touch with Charley to find out more:
📱 07715 213 639
💻 c.wasnidge@mesmac.co.uk

Motivational quote on yellow background stating you are the only person who knows your identity best.

You matter 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

You should be able to live safely as your true self. You should never feel, or be made to feel, that you are responsible for any anti-LGBT+ abuse or violence directed at you.

If you'd like support, you can contact Galop.
📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk

Leeds Fast-Track Cities Community Grants. Apply for up to £1500. Grants available for creative projects that reduce the stigma associated with HIV, TB or hepatitis

Are you based in Leeds? Got an idea for a creative, community driven project to challenge stigma around HIV, TB or hepatitis?

You can apply for up to £1500 from the Leeds Fast-Track Cities community grant programme!

Head to our website for more info 👇
mesmac.co.uk/news/leeds-f...

Photo of a person in a pink sweatshirt looking at a laptop, with a green-blue gradient background and white text reading "Do you have questions about applying for asylum in the UK as an LGBTQI+ person?"

Did you know we have a guide on how to apply for asylum with specific information for LGBTQI+ people?

It is available in English (with BSL interpretation in the video version), Albanian, Arabic, Bengali, Spanish, Farsi, French, Mandarin, Urdu, Pashto and Portuguese.

Read it now: buff.ly/Fc8slEf

Thanks for coming along! 💜

A photo of representatives from Rainbow Owls and Rotherham MESMAC holding the Rainbow Owls banner.

A photo of the "STI pairs game" at Rotherham MESMAC's open day, which includes facts about chlamydia HIV, gonorrhoea and syphilis.

A Rotherham MESMAC awareness stall about chemsex.

Today marks the start of #SexualHealthWeek! 💙

We have supported this campaign by visiting Rotherham @mesmac.bsky.social's recent open day, which included awareness stalls on chemsex, HIV and STIs.

We endeavour to continue our #swfc outreach with local EDI-led organisations! 💪

A photo of a purple Mesmac stall at Fareham Festival. Harriet stands to one side holding a sign. Text reads: Volunteer Induction. Weds 1st October 12pm-2pm. 11 Mansfield Road, S60 2DR

Interested in joining us at events, on outreach or welcoming people into our office?

We're looking for new volunteers to join our stellar team in #Rotherham!

Get in touch with Charley to find out more:
📱 07715 213 639
💻 c.wasnidge@mesmac.co.uk

Samaritans graphic. Teal background with yellow and white text. Text reads 'just start the conversation. You never really know what a difference you could make.' The green Samaritans logo is at the bottom.

Small interruptions you make and actions you take could help someone who is suicidal

There’s no quick fix but in that moment, you could save their life

Find out more: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/if-youre-worried-about-someone-else/how-to-interrupt-someones-suicidal-thoughts-guide/

What is the impact of H.I.V. stigma?

For some people living with HIV, stigma can negatively impact:

🏥💊seeking treatment & attending health appointments
💕relationships
🧠mental health & seeking support for it

This doesn't need to happen. Learn more about what we do to tackle this:

nat.org.uk/what-we-d...

World AIDS Day Bracelet Workshops. Learn more about World AIDS Day and the history of HIV prevention - all while making your very own bracelet to mark World AIDS Day. Book a session for a group of young people between Tues 23rd September and Fri 14th November

Do you run a youth group or sessions for young people in #Hull?

We're offering bracelet workshops to mark World AIDS Day throughout the autumn

Contact Mel to book:
💻 m.clark@mesmac.co.uk
📱 07710 099 032

Spread the word!

Pride of Place at Flamingos. Meet new people and make connections. Low pressure socialising over coffee and cake . Every wednesday 14.30-15.30. One or more of our volunteers will be on hand to welcome you. Unit 10, Central arcade, Leeds LS1 6DXGraphic of two people speaking to each other via a tin can telephone, smiling. Poster background is green, blue pink and purple, bold text in pale yellow.

LGBTQIA+ Community social

Every Wednesday 2.30 - 4.30 pm at Pride Place @Flamingos

Flamingos Coffee House, 10 Central Arxade, Leeds, LS1 6DX

Sexual Health Drop-in for women aged 16-24. Every Tuesday 2pm-4pm. At Mesmac Rotherham: 11 Mansfield Road, S60 2DR. No appointment needed. HIV, STI & pregnancy testing. Condoms. Contraception advice. Period products

Spread the word!

We're launching a brand new drop-in for women aged 16-24 in #Rotherham

Come along every Tuesday afternoon for comprehensive sexual health & wellbeing support

It's fast, free & confidential 💜

We're looking for... scene outreach volunteers. Visit adult venues with our staff to promote sexual health and condom distribution. This will require volunteering late evenings, around two shifts per month. No experience necessary as full training is provided as well as ongoing training opportunities.

We're looking for... Community testing volunteers. We require volunteers to help out at our popular testing times sessions. Engaging with service users. Helping to promote sexual health and distribution of condoms. Early evening shifts, typically 4pm-7pm. No experience necessary as full training is provided as well as ongoing training

We're looking for community outreach volunteers. Assist staff at various drop ins and events. Help to promote sexual health and distribution of condoms. Varied shifts available that may include Saturday afternoons. Enhanced DBS is required as you will be engaging with vulnerable adults and young people. No experience is necessary as full training is provided as well as ongoing training opportunities.

We're on the hunt for people to join our stellar team of volunteers in #Hull! There's 3 different roles on offer depending on what you'd like to get up to

Interested? Contact Claire:
📱 07771 931 335
💻 c.thompson@mesmac.co.uk

Condoms protect against unplanned pregnancy and most sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Use only water- or silicone-based lubricant with a condom during vaginal and particularly anal sex

#Condoms protect against unplanned pregnancy and most sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, and syphilis.

Use only water- or silicone-based lubricant with a condom during vaginal and particularly anal sex.

What is anti-LGBT+ hate crime?

Hate crime is a name for abuse, violence or intimidation that targets someone because of who they are. Anti-LGBT+ hate crime is abuse or violence committed against someone because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. It can include abusing you because you are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, non-binary, queer, intersex or asexual.

Hate-motivated abuse or violence has profound and enduring effects because it targets a person’s core identity.

If you experience hate or you're made to feel unsafe because of your sexual orientation or gender identity, you can talk to us for advice, support or to discuss your options.
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Trans & non-binary sexual health clinic. Mon 18th August 4pm-6pm. HIV & STI testing. Cervical smear tests. Hepatitis & HPV vaccines. Contraception. Pregnancy testing. PrEP. All in a welcoming and trans+ inclusive space

Worried about your sexual health?

If you're trans+ in Leeds, join our monthly clinic for support and questions

Book an appointment:
💻 leeds@mesmac.co.uk / sophie.bracewell1@nhs.net
📱 0113 244 4209

Mesmac Open Day. To celebrate 35 years of Mesmac, we are having an open day! Wednesday 27th August 12pm-4pm. 11 Mansfield Road, Rotherham, S60 2DR. Meet the team, see the building, learn about volunteering + much more! Refreshments will be provided as well as freebies and goodie bags. There will be a chance to chat to all of our team, including volunteers. Drop-in and say hello!

We're hosting an open day in #Rotherham later this month!

Come along for a peak behind the scenes and find out more about what we do 💜