Hull Lighthouse was established in 1996 to provide support and friendship to vulnerable women in Hull. Their work specifically focuses on supporting women who are involved, have been involved or are at risk of being involved in street prostitution in Hull. On average they support 60 women in Hull each year, predominantly around the Hessle Road area. These are some of the most vulnerable women in t
he city and they become involved in street prostitution for a number of reasons. For most, street prostitution and substance misuse go hand in hand, some women have suffered sexual abuse throughout their lives, others have suffered domestic violence, most suffer from some form of mental illness as a result of their involvement in street prostitution. Street prostitution is not a chosen vocation, it is a means to an end. The majority of women rely on drugs to work and this creates a vicious cycle. The women supported by Hull Lighthouse are extremely vulnerable and they want change and Lighthouse aim to support them to move away from street prostitution. The journey for these women is arduous, complicated and everyday brings them new challenges. The work of Hull Lighthouse is vital in supporting these vulnerable women and making a difference in their lives and the wider city. For more information about the work of the Lighthouse project contact them on Tel: 01482 442953 Email: [email protected] or call in at Hull Lighthouse, 310 Newland Avenue, Hull.
