General Education Programs
SWOP
Meridian
Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
About Us
SWOP is a sex worker-led program that aims to prevent HIV and other STIs among Canberra’s sex worker community and empower and support the rights of sex workers. Delivering education to encourage the wider community to see sex work as work and ensure that sex workers are treated respectfully in and outside their safe workplaces.
Provides advocacy, referral, information, education and resources for sex workers in areas such as HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and safe sexual practices. Discounted safe sex products and a library focusing on the history of sex workers and sexual health. Runs an outreach program about the sex industry for the general public including workshops for schools and other groups. Lobbies for equal rights and working conditions for sex workers.
Phone: (02) 6247 3443
Website: https://meridianact.org.au/swop/
Quick Facts About The Region
Extra Information
Disabled access Parking, Ramps, Toilets
Accessible By Anyone
Access Fee No fee
Age Ranges All ages
Transport Notes
Limited parking options
Facility Notes
Rooms available for hire by arrangement with CEO for Community Groups.
Tags
Advocacy, Community Education, Occupational Health and Safety
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We are Meridian. We are a community-controlled, peer-led organisation that provides health and social support services to our community. We celebrate diversity, strengthen community and empower individuals to live their best lives. Community, health and action are the core of Meridian and how we work.
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