Scarlet Alliance has been funded through the Elton John AIDS Foundation grant, administered by the AIDS Trust, to conduct a one year HIV Positive sex worker needs analysis project. Project ends in June 2008.

The project will capture the self identified issues facing HIV+ sex workers, barriers to accessing services, and the impact of discrimination, stigma, policy and laws.

This investigation into the intersecting issues of HIV status and sex work will assist in ensuring the voices and needs of HIV positive sex workers are authentically represented in policy development, service delivery and prevention education.

The project includes -

• a steering committee that meets regular to provide input into the project.
• a NAPWA (www.napwa.org.au)advisory position.
• a literature review of available documentation and current laws.
• a needs analysis of self identified issues for HIV Pos sex workers.
• contributions by HIV positive sex workers will be showcased in the Scarlet Alliance proVision magazines next edition.
• a report identifying the key findings of the project.
• a part-time project officer Click here for more information

If you are a HIV positive sex worker you can -

• Have input into the project by emailing (info @scarletalliance.org.au) or posting (P.O. Box 261 Darlinghurst NSW 1300) or faxing (02 9326 9455) your input to us. We are particularly interested in the way in which laws impact on your life and work, your ability to access services relevant to being HIV positive and sex work, your experiences of discrimination or stigma as a result of your health and work choice.
• Join the steering committee You can decide on how you participate in the committee and you can use a work name or pseudonym and if prefered you can participate on-line.
• Join an on-line forum If you are interested in participating in discussion with other Pos sex workers about issues specific to your experience you can join the on-line forum.
• Write an article for the proVision magazine You will receive payment for your contribution and support is available if you are not experienced writing for magazines.
• Apply for the position vacant Applicants who are HIV positive and have current of previous sex work experience are encouraged to apply. Click here for more information

Scarlet Alliance encourages HIV positive sex workers to become involved in the project. Your input will be valued and will ensure the report reflects the experiences of HIV positive sex workers in a way that does not identify individuals.

If you would like more information on the project contact Kane on Fridays on 02 9326 9455.