National Ugly Mugs

National Ugly Mugs NUM is a national organisation that provides greater access to justice and protection for s*x workers

NUM is a pioneering and innovative project which provides greater access to justice and protection for s*x workers who are often targeted by dangerous offenders but are frequently unwilling to report these incidents to the police. These offenders are often mobile serial s*xual predators with escalating behaviour who use s*x workers as ‘test’ victims as they believe that they won’t report to the police. They go on to commit further crimes against s*x workers and others in the wider community. The gap in intelligence caused by the underreporting of these crimes has huge consequences for the safety of the wider public. The NUM team are available Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm on 0161 629 9861 or [email protected]· If you are in immediate danger phone police on emergency 999. In a non-emergency you can phone police on 101.· You can find the location of your nearest Sexual Assault Referral Centre at the following link http://www.nhs.uk/Service-Search/Rape%20and%20s*xual%20assault%20referral%20centres/LocationSearch/364

Paid opportunity for NUM membersEarn £100 for taking part in a 90-minute group discussion led by a researcher from Natio...
16/09/2026

Paid opportunity for NUM members

Earn £100 for taking part in a 90-minute group discussion led by a researcher from National Voices and a NUM team member.

🔗 Register your interest in the Members' Area: https://buff.ly/31LDSi8

In the same week as Sx Worker Pride (14th Sept), the Sx Workers’ Alliance Ireland (SWAI) archive is now proudly hosted o...
15/09/2026

In the same week as Sx Worker Pride (14th Sept), the Sx Workers’ Alliance Ireland (SWAI) archive is now proudly hosted on the NUM website, celebrating 16 years of activism. We are deeply honoured to be able to preserve their legacy of peer-led support and advocacy for the sx work community. The service closed at the end of 2025 due to lack of funding, though their tireless work for the rights, safety and autonomy of workers will never be forgotten.

The webpage features SWAI’s research, media, resources, and other evidence of their work. The Alliance provided valuable information for Ireland's workers including support for survivors of violence, and details of national laws, rights, immigration, housing, employment, and more. All are still publicly available in the archive.

We invite you to explore their advocacy and remember SWAI’s contributions to sx workers across Ireland.
Visit their page and resources here: https://nationaluglymugs.org/swai/

Proudly presenting our first Racialised Workers' Social 💗 Connect with peers in a safer space, that centres your voices ...
10/09/2026

Proudly presenting our first Racialised Workers' Social 💗

Connect with peers in a safer space, that centres your voices and experiences, and where you can bring your full self. Get to know your community better, share stories and experiences, give and receive peer support, and maybe make some new friends!

🔗 Book via the event link in Members Area or email [email protected]

Attend the whole session or just drop in for a quick chat. This is a casual drop-in for racialised sx workers only. Please respect this space and only attend if this applies to you.

Coming up at NUM...Evie's 101 career advice for freelance models. On Tuesday 8th, she's joining us to answer your questi...
08/09/2026

Coming up at NUM...

Evie's 101 career advice for freelance models. On Tuesday 8th, she's joining us to answer your questions and give tips on successful modelling in the mainstream.

CV Workshop for Young People in the Industry: Let’s Smash Those Career Goals!
There are millions of CV templates and blog posts with cover letter advice out there. But how do you know which one is right for you? Join our CV Workshop for Young People, on 9th September, and find a supportive and empowering session created by sx workers, for sx workers, tailored for young people. Whether you’re starting from scratch or just want to polish up your CV, this is your space to get real advice, bust myths, and feel confident about your next steps.

Also, come along to our CV drop in for Young People, on 30th September, to work through what you've learned! Join in your cosy clothes, ring the rough draft you've been chipping away at and ask any burning questions, or simply use the space as body doubling and motivation while working on your own applications.

For any and all career questions and advice, there's our Vocational Support Drop In, on 9th September. This is your space to use as you see fit! You can discuss how your goal progression for the year is going, show us specific job applications to talk through coded language and transferable skills, or talk through managing a dual career. Or, most importantly, find out more about the Vocational Support services we offer!

All events are booked by logging into the NUM Member Area. The Zoom link is sent to you on the day of the event.

The Racial Justice Project is now approaching our third phase of the project, 'Holding the Line: embedding racial justic...
01/09/2026

The Racial Justice Project is now approaching our third phase of the project, 'Holding the Line: embedding racial justice across sx worker rights & public services'

We would love to invite racialised workers who have and have not been part of this project before to join our working group and be part of the discussion. We will be arranging a focus group meeting to share with you our findings from conversations with public sector professionals as well as what we have learnt from racialised workers over the last 18 months.

We want this to be a space where you are able to share your own experiences and thoughts on how we can continue doing the work we do and make an impact in the way that you want.

To sign up, please complete this survey:
https://nationaluglymugs.typeform.com/to/FeG0t3qy

We are launching a Career Workshop Series! The Vocational Support team will be hosting a series of talks with experts wh...
31/08/2026

We are launching a Career Workshop Series! The Vocational Support team will be hosting a series of talks with experts who have established themselves as professionals in industries that appeal to many sx workers, and who can provide advice and beginner-friendly resources to members who want to diversify their career.

In this first session, we are joined by Evie Siddal (they/them), a successful arts model with years of experience working across the UK 🌟
Evie will answer your burning questions about transitioning from the adult industry to mainstream modelling and share their experience as a freelance model. Expect myth-busting, advice on getting started, and more!

This event is members only ☂️ You can book in the Members Area on the NUM website.

THIS WEDNESDAY!Q&A with a SW-friendly mortgage brokerMeet Lauren, a SW-informed and friendly mortgage broker, with suppo...
25/08/2026

THIS WEDNESDAY!
Q&A with a SW-friendly mortgage broker

Meet Lauren, a SW-informed and friendly mortgage broker, with support from NUM Vocational Support. Ask us ANYTHING! Even if you're not looking to buy right now, arm your future self with the most up to date knowledge ✍️ 🏠️

Head to the Members' Area and book! Attendees will be sent a Zoom link on the day of the event.
📅 Wednesday 26th August @ 10am - 12 noon

Members only session. As with all our meetings feel free to use any name, and you can interact how best suits you - camera on or off, use the mic or the chat, or even email us your questions in advance and we'll ask Lauren on your behalf. Comfy clothes, cuppas, and pets very welcome!

Do you have questions about applying for a mortgage as a SWer? Concerned about credit checks, or deposits? Unsure about ...
20/08/2026

Do you have questions about applying for a mortgage as a SWer? Concerned about credit checks, or deposits? Unsure about interest rates?

Meet Lauren, a SW-informed and friendly mortgage broker, with support from NUM Vocational Support. Ask us ANYTHING! Even if you're not looking to buy right now, arm your future self with the most up to date knowledge.

Head to the NUM Members' Area and book! Attendees will be sent a Zoom link on the day of the event.
📅 Wednesday 26th August @ 10am - 12 noon

Members only session. As with all our meetings feel free to use any name, and you can interact how best suits you - camera on or off, use the mic or the chat, or even email us your questions in advance and we'll ask Lauren on your behalf: [email protected].

Comfy clothes, cuppas, and pets very welcome!

It's  , a chance to highlight the impact that young people can have in influencing positive change 📣Existing structures ...
12/08/2026

It's , a chance to highlight the impact that young people can have in influencing positive change 📣

Existing structures and systems often fail to adequately support young adults, creating challenges for a large portion of the population. These inequalities only amplify when an individual is working in adult industries.

The Youth Justice projects works directly with SWers aged 18-25 to develop support and opportunities, and to uplift their voices in key conversations affecting them.

Earlier this week the UK has implemented guidance on the use of single-s*x spaces stating that people must use facilitie...
08/08/2026

Earlier this week the UK has implemented guidance on the use of single-s*x spaces stating that people must use facilities, such as toilets, on the basis of s*x assigned at birth.

As is typical on social media, the influx of hostility towards trans and nonbinary individuals is overwhelming.

We want to be crystal clear in our stance. NUM services are inclusive to all adult industry workers in the UK, regardless of gender, ability, culture, or creed. Our teams cherish the fortune of working alongside a population of incredible diversity and resilience. Your access to safety and respect does not hinge on gender identity.

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Manchester

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+441616299861

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