National Ugly Mugs

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NUM is a charity committed to ending all forms of violence against sex workers. To contact the NUM team, please email admin@nationaluglymugs.org.

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National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· 15d

Are you a writer or visual artist with lived experience of the adult industry? Do you have a piece you want to submit to Under the Red Umbrella zine? Please get in touch with us and tell us a bit about your work, we would love to feature (and pay!) you. All are welcome! 🌟 #ArtistCallOut #DecrimNow

Text reads, "Call out for sx worker artists, writers, and activists!
Under The Red Umbrella is a zine by and for sx workers across the UK and Ireland. We’re looking to connect with more writers and artists with lived experience of sx work for future editions of the zine, and other creative opportunities with National Ugly Mugs.
All are welcome. Racialised, LGBTQ+, migrant, and otherwise marginalised workers are actively encouraged to get in touch. Early career creatives can also access support and advice through Vocational Support Services - get in touch for more details. Contact sally@nationaluglymugs.org"

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· 24d

Coming 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/rH8Xaads

An illustration depicts silhouettes on a stage. Text reads, "Coming soon" across a line of bunting. The NUM and Racial Justice Project logos are in the corner.

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· 26d

Online 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 #MakingTaxDigital

Text reads, "Upcoming Events. Head to the Members Area in our website to book. vocationalsupport@nationaluglymugs.org"

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jul 15

The Youth Justice project provides young adults opportunities to contribute and work to demand better prospects 🌟 The Vocational Support Service works alongside #sxworkers from all backgrounds to help them recognise their skills and amplify their achievements 💪

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jul 15

☂️ Drawing upon lived experience of the sx industry, we have developed services to help you plan your steps and get to where you want to go next

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jul 15

WORLD 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 #VocationalSupport

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jul 4

Safe, 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 #SxWorkIsWork

"This session is an accelerated version of our 3 workshop series designed by sx workers for sx workers, to provide space for anyone who does sx work to explore their career, financial and educational goals.
Wednesday 29th July, 1:30 - 4:00pm.
Register in Members Area."

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jun 17

📣 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/5GJMPD0

Text reads, "Under the red umbrella issue 9, zine by sx worker groups and creatives in the UK and Ireland" - drawing on the right depicts a luxury matchbox with a body wearing underwear.

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jun 16

Healthcare 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: nationaluglymugs.org/2026/06/16/s... #SexualHealth #SxWorkIsWork

Text reads, "They're trying to standardise sexual activity in a way that doesn't work for sx workers"
NUM and Racial Justice Project logos are at the bottom.

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jun 12

☂️ 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 June

Text reads, "Online Drop In. Join us for our online NUM drop in!
Come for chats, company, support and to meet fellow sx workers. Every new connection strengthens your community. This month we are joined by Sally and Andrea from Vocational Support Services, so come for an informal chat about your work plans, ideas and hopes!
Online, 1-4pm Wednesday 17th June. For the link, contact: louise@nationaluglymugs.org, 07513 314815 (Whatsapp or SMS)"

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jun 10

#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 💌

Text reads, "Carers Week 8th June - 14th June. In the UK, roughly 9% of people (around 5.7 million) are unpaid carers*
Carers often go unseen, but they act as a pillar for their networks. At National Ugly Mugs, we stand for adequate support and recognition for carers across the UK.
*Source: *Carers Worldwide (2024) - https://carersworldwide.org/"

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Jun 5

1/2🧵 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/b63Tokb

Text reads, "Frontline Network Annual Conference, 23rd of JUNE. Hidden Identities, Hidden Needs: Building Trust with Criminalised and Stigmatised Communities.
Mutsa Mhende - Racial Justice Project Coordinator at National Ugly Mugs.
Rosie Hodsdon - SWISVA Learning and Policy Influencing Lead at Basis Yorkshire."

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· May 25

Let'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 #SxWorkIsWork

Text reads: "International Whxre's Day! June 2nd.
2-5pm at Numbrella Lane: Informal discussion of hopes for the future and what we would like to see more of in Scotland.
Zine Workshop Recap - Express yourself in a zine to take home, or add to the NUMbrella library!
6-9pm Central Glasgow (restaurant TBC) Dinner is on us! A chance to make new friends and catch up with old ones. Let’s celebrate together!
Reserve your spot by 5pm on Monday 1st June, and be sure to tell us your dietary requirements.
Contact for address and RSVP: Allie - 07563832350 numbrella@nationaluglymugs.org"

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· May 13

Ditch 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 #MakingTaxDigital

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· May 12

Disclosure 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 #SxWorkerSupport

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Apr 28

Renters 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

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Apr 22

Are 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!

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Apr 22

Join 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 #CareerDevelopment

Text reads, "We are hiring! Vocational Support Services: Delivery and Development Assistant. Glasgow, hybrid. part time. 3 days per week. £16,500 per year (£27,500 FTE). Read full details on Charity Job and the NUM news area."

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Apr 14

✨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/q2m97kb

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Apr 11

📣 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). #SWSupport

Text reads, "Youth Justice at National Ugly Mugs. Have your say and receive a £30 Love2Shop voucher in return. We would like to hear from 18-25 years olds, living in the UK, currently working in adult industries. Sign in to the NUM Members' Area to submit a response or email youthjutice@nationaluglymugs.org for next steps!" A QR code for more info is at the bottom. Background is lilac. NUM and Youth Justice workstream logos in the corner."

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Apr 8

Money 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 #SupportNotStigma

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Apr 7

Speak 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 #SupportNotStigma

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Apr 2

What 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 #CareerPlanning

Text reads, "Online Workshop Quarter 2 reset.

Join Vocational Support services for an informal, sx worker only goal setting session

Take some time to reflect on how the first 3 months of the year have gone, and make plans for the next three

General vocational support questions welcome too

Thursday 16th April, 12:30 - 1:30pm.

Sx workers only"

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Mar 21

Free Vocational Support for #Sxworkers ❤️ Wednesday 25th @ 11-12.30pm. CV checks, interview prep, goal-setting, career advice - wherever you are in your journey! Get non-judgemental support from a lived-experienced lead. Register via NUM Members Area #CareerPlanning #SWSupport #SxWorkIsWork

Text reads, "Vocational Support drop in March 2026.
When: Wednesday 25th March
Where: Online
Who: Led by Sally from Vocational Support Services
What: Casual drop in sessions to get help with CV and career planning. Chat for 5 minutes or stay for the full session!
More information in Members Area. Sx workers only."

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Mar 11

Young Carers Action Day📣 Young carers are too often excluded from vital conversations. Stand with us in demanding greater recognition and support, and ensuring that young carers have the same opportunities to thrive as other young people. #YoungCarersActionDay #SxWorkerSupport

Lilac background. NUM and Youth Justice logos sit in the corner. Green text reads, "Young Carers Action Day, Wednesday 11th March. In a study done by National Ugly Mugs, 1 in 3 respondents reported caring responsibilities (2024). In 2024, our data showed that 47.7% of NUM members were young adults (18 - 30 years old).
Young carers are often missed out of key conversations that impact them, which is why NUM is fully supportive of the young carers action day. NUM calls for better support for young carers, including appropriate recognition, providing opportunities and greater access to resources."

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Mar 6

🌟 Vocational Support Drop-In for #SxWorkers - updated dates! Hop online anytime between 1-2:30 on Friday 13 and Wednesday 25 March for confidential and non-judgemental support and advice. Find out how we can support you ❤️ Register via NUM Members' Area: buff.ly/xPYjhiA #SWSupport #SxWorkIsWork

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Mar 3

#DecrimNow #SxWorkisWork

Text reads, "International Sex Workers’ Rights Day is a reminder that rights don’t depend on what job someone does. Rights and protections must follow people wherever they work. Rights are not conditional.
They are universal."

National Ugly Mugs@nationaluglymugs· Mar 3

🌟 25 years of International Sx Workers' Rights Day!🌟 We join allies around the world standing in solidarity with #sxworkers, and calling for policies that prioritise health, safety & dignity over stigma & punishment. Please read here: buff.ly/1AdrW3t #ISWRD #ISWRD26 #RightsNotRescue