Safe Harbour Outreach Project (S.H.O.P.)
Address: 170 Cashin Avenue Ext., St. John’s, NL A1E 3B6
*For those unable to communicate by phone, you can contact The St. John’s Women Council regarding programs and services by texting (709) 770-4312.
| Reception Tel: (709) 753-0220 WOW (Warn Other Workers) Bad Date Line (24/7): 1-800-726-2743 Email: jess@sjwomenscentre.ca Facebook: SHOPoutreach |
Mandate:
SHOP strives to be a reliable and safe space for sex workers to come together. We provide community education to build knowledge, understanding and respect for who sex workers are and the work they do. Sex work is any work, in person or online, that involves the trade of sexuality, erotic performance, or sex acts for money, goods, or services. Alongside global allies, SHOP advocates for the full decriminalization of sex work.
Target Population:
Current and former sex workers located in the St. John’s area.
Highlights of Programs/Services Offered:
- Provide free, safer sex supplies and drug use supplies
- Peer drop-in hours in our private, confidential space
- Workshops and info sessions for sex workers
- Street outreach
- System navigation and referrals
- Individual and community advocacy
- If requested, staff can support with accompanying appointments