Understanding the realities of youth engaging in sex work

Understanding the realities of youth engaging in sex work

Youth forensics

By Whāraurau

Date and time

Wed, 22 May 2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT

Location

Online

About this event

  • ​​​​Do you want to grow your understanding of the experiences and perspectives of youth who may be engaging in sex work in Aotearoa? Join this session to hear from Annah Pickering of Te Te Waka Kaimahi Kairau o Aotearoa | New Zealand Sex Workers' Collective.


Take this opportunity to explore how to foster a non-judgmental approach that acknowledges the life experiences of youth engaging in sex work, and the importance of tailored support and understanding.

Join Eden Grimwood, Youth consumer advisor at Whāraurau as she interviews Annah Pickering, Regional Co-ordinator in Tāmaki Makaurau from NZPC | Te Waka Kaimahi Kairau o Aotearoa | New Zealand Sex Workers' Collective.

NZPC | Aotearoa New Zealand Sex Workers' Collective is a nationwide peer run grass roots organisation, advocating for the rights, safety, health, and wellbeing of all sex workers.

Learning outcomes:

  • NZPC: Who they are and the services they offer
  • Common challenges, misconceptions and experiences
  • Barriers to services
  • Recommendations on engagement
  • How you can support inclusively
  • Youth-specific insights


Speakers:

Eden Grimwood | Youth consumer Advisor | Whāraurau

Annah Pickering | Regional Co-ordinator | NZPC | Te Waka Kaimahi Kairau o Aotearoa | New Zealand Sex Workers' Collective.


Cost: Whāraurau is funded to provide this session free of charge to participants.


Queries contact: neil.malonzo@auckland.ac.nz

Frequently asked questions

Is there a cost to attending this session?

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I have been waitlisted, so when will I find out if I can attend?

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Why do you require my manager's email?

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Organised by

Whāraurau

Whāraurau provides Government funded training and support to the infant, child, adolescent and youth mental health and alcohol and other addictions sector. Our work is evidence-based, and informed by clinical, cultural and youth lived experience.

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