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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

BREAKING NEWS: Disabled women like sex and can access sex workers too. Even when they have intellectual disabilities! This edition of the Touching Base news might be tongue-in-cheek, but we are 100% serious about the messages it brings. Find out more: touchingbase.org

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Are you a sex worker with training qualifications or experience and looking for a new opportunity? You might be just who we need - our new Training Coordinator! Why not find out more before applications close on the 7th Oct 2026 : www.touchingbase.org/training-coo...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Hear from real people about disability, sex workers and sex. Our vox pops are coming soon, and you don’t want to miss them. Give us a follow or subscribe now - We can’t wait!

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Need some quick information about: - Contraception - Staying safe - Relationships - Masturbation - Seeing sex workers Check out: Touching Base resources www.touchingbase.org/resources/ Neve website www.neve.wwda.org.au SECCA resources secca.org.au/resources/ Which sites have you used?

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Support us by becoming a member! It's for: - Anyone 18+ - Sex Workers - People with Disability - Organisations / businesses as affiliate members. Members can: - Get our newsletter - Attend events - Get involved in meetings Join now: www.touchingbase.org/civicrm/cont...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Call out for expressions of interest from graphic design artists for pro bono work! We are seeking designers/artists with excellent free-hand drawing skills who would be able to characterise our real case studies of people with disability. Interested? email operations@touchingbase.org

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📱 RECRUITING NOW! 📱 Touching Base is looking for a second volunteer Social Media Manager to join our team! If you’re a pro at navigating social platforms and passionate about de-stigmatising sexuality, disability, and sex work, this is your chance to shine. Apply here: lnkd.in/ghrQ3WBY

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Seminar TOMORROW in recognition of Sex Worker Pride Day We are happy to share the news of a new Lancet Public Health Series on Advancing Health Equity for Sex Workers (link below). Series launch webinar bit.ly/15SepWebinar... Lancet series: www.thelancet.com/series-do/he...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

In this podcast co-owner of Pineapples Lifestyle Bar, a disability-friendly adult playground facing financial challenges in making the whole venue fully accessible. Full interview - available at ctvplus.org.au/episode/29th... - time stamp: 06:54

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29th July, 2026 - CTV Plus Australia

This week on Laneway, celebrating 125 years of Australia’s Federal Parliament, stronger accessibility at intimacy venues and calls for policy change for the

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Choice and control aren't just buzzwords or jargon, they are words to live by, for people with disability. Historically their choices have been made for them, and it's essential that disabled people make informed decisions holistically, without shying away from the ones that make people blush.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Everyone has sexual rights, including disabled people. With these rights there are also responsibilities. These are things we should do to protect not only our rights, but also of other people such as sex workers. 👉👉 What responsibilities would you add? www.touchingbase.org/product-cate...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Someone Like Me, is an award-winning Hong Kong film from Spiderweb Ponder Entertainment that explores disability, sexuality, intimacy and bodily autonomy. It examines the right of people with disability to experience and to make their own decisions about their bodies and relationships.

Movie poster showing close-up of 2 people in a tight embrace. Logos of awards won by the film. Text: Someone like me. I dare to love. In Australian cinemas 30 July. Starring Fish Liew, Carlos Chan. Directed and Screenplay by Tam Wai Ching. Producers Stanley Kwan, Catherine Kwan. Note: There is further text that is too small to read.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Recruiting now! Touching Base is looking for a second Social Media Manager to join our team! 📍 Location: Remote / Work from anywhere ⏰ Role: Volunteer Social Media Manager 🔗 Check out the full position description and apply here: www.touchingbase.org/support-us/v...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Disabled people have the same spectrum of sexuality, sexual preferences and sexual expression as people without disability. You can find out more, and find resources about accessing sex workers on our website: www.touchingbase.org/clients/

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Our Committee is sharing this call out for expressions of interest (EOI) from graphic design artists with excellent free-hand drawing skills for pro bono work in the next month. Interested? email our Operations Manager Saul: operations@touchingbase.org Illustration: The Easy Read Toolbox.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Some people with disability will need to use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) resources / devices to book and see a sex worker. Our AAC Book – Clearly Picturing Your Sexual Needs was developed for this reason. Check it out now on our website: www.touchingbase.org/product/acc-...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Did you know that disabled people have the right to sexual expression, just like people without disabilities? What would you do if your sexual rights were taken away by the government? Read more on our website: touchingbase.org

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Are you a disability friendly sex worker ? Join our Referral List of disability-friendly sex service providers. Follow this link to find out more about how the referral list works and how to join it: buff.ly/btUEaCg

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Ben, 44, is a gay wheelchair user who had never experienced intimacy. Self-funded sessions with a male sex worker gave him safe exploration, confidence, and a sense of self. It’s essential for adults with disability to have the right to experience sexual connection, dignity, and emotional wellbeing.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Disabled people have the right to make decisions and learning about consent is an integral part of this. To support this right, it’s important that the people around them understand what consent is and are sure to check for it, including sex workers on our referral list. touchingbase.org/clients/

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Sex workers - Gain awareness around supporting disabled clients. Our Professional Disability Awareness Training (PDAT) workshop registrations are open! www.touchingbase.org/workshops-an... Two 3-hour online sessions: - Thursday 6th and 13th August, 1–4pm AEST (12.30-3.30pm SA, NT) (11-2pm WA)

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Sue and Francis (pseudonyms) live with cerebral palsy, and longer have an active intimate life, without appropriate supports. Sue shared her frustration and sadness at being denied the physically intimate part of a relationship they are entitled to. Read more: www.touchingbase.org/meet-sue-and...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Sue and Francis (pseudonyms), both in their 50s, live with Cerebral Palsy. As mobility declined, physical support became essential for their conjugal life—a basic human right they consider core to their marriage. Their case study: www.touchingbase.org/meet-sue-and...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Touching Base has been working since October 2000 to make it easier, safer and fairer for people with disability and sex workers to connect. We are proudly listed on the NSW Government’s Sexual Health Info Link website as health professionals - check us out here: www.shil.nsw.gov.au/resources/to...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Are you a disability friendly sex worker ? Join us at Touching Base. Our Referral List contains information provided by independent sex workers and commercial sex services premises to be shared with clients with disability and their families or support staff as needed touchingbase.org/sex-workers

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Exploring the experiences of people with disability who access sex workers service in Australia Dr Rachel Wotton, inaugural member of Touching Base, will be presenting her PhD research findings online on the 16th July 2026 from 2pm - 3pm AEST. Book now: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/cdrpcds-di...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

📣 Participants wanted for Intimate Inclusion: People with Disability Navigating Sexual Supports. Share lived experience of disability, sexuality, intimacy & access. Flexible options incl. anon/actor representation + gratis $500 gift card. Apply by 6 July: [LINK] 📧 videoproject@touchingbase.org

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

For people with disability, access to intimacy, connection and sexual expression isn’t “extra”. It’s part of being human. If you believe everyone deserves dignity and autonomy, we’d love your support. Donate before June 30 to make a real difference for the rights of disabled people and sex workers

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

These days most of us have heard of taking a 'person-centred approach” (PCA). Did you know it started in the 1980’s with Prof Tom Kitwood proving that the dementia supports of the day were failing. He called it Malignant Social Psychology (MSP) and showed the culture harms them more than dementia.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

With your support we’re working to make it easier for disabled adults to express their sexuality and have an active sex life (if they choose), like the rest of the community. If you believe this is a right, not a luxury, please donate before June 30 2026 - all donations over $2 are tax deductible.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Connection looks different for everyone, and that's OK... Connection can include all kinds of relationships. Intimate relationships are often about touch, and as long as it's legal and consensual, you can dream of and seek out whatever kinds of connection and intimacy is your jam.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Disabled adults of all ages have sexual & physical intimacy needs: - Young adults - Married, de facto - Single, dating or celibate - Older, living in aged care Intimacy is part of an ordinary life - a part that most people don't think about until it's taken away. touchingbase.org

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

EOFY Woes? Wondering where to donate before EOFY? Care about the rights of disabled people? Make a real difference today. Donate to touchingbase.org before July 1 - fully tax deductible. Thank you! [Image description: Stationery Text: as above. ]

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Seeking volunteers for our Steering Committee guiding our new video series on sexuality & disability: Intimate Inclusion. We welcome diverse lived experience & community voices. Apply by COB - 5pm - Friday 29/5: www.touchingbase.org/video-projec... [ID: audience in movie cinema. Text as above.]

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Did you know that disabled people have the right to sexual expression, just like people without disabilities? What if your sexual rights were taken away by the government? touchingbase.org [ID: Man in wheelchair. "Did you know? I have the right to sexual expression, just like you. TB logo.]

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

📣 Touching Base is seeking volunteers for a Steering Committee guiding our new video series on sexuality & disability: Intimate Inclusion. We welcome diverse lived experience & community voices. Apply by COB 29/5: bit.ly/4dqJ4NV ✨

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

We hear your NDIS concerns and we’re with you. To find some light, watch our 25th Anniversary highlights—a reminder of our community’s resilience. Please prioritise your well being right now. We’re in this together as more details unfold.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Recruiting now! Touching Base is looking for a couple of Social Media Managers to join our team! 📍 Location: Remote / Work from anywhere ⏰ Role: Volunteer Social Media Manager 🔗 Check out the full position description and apply here: www.touchingbase.org/support-us/v...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Touching Base is looking for a couple of Social Media Managers to join our team! 📍 Location: Remote / Work from anywhere ⏰ Role: Volunteer Social Media Manager 🔗 Check out the full position description and apply here: www.touchingbase.org/support-us/v...

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Only 4 spots remaining - be quick! SPAT Service Provider Awareness Training online workshop Part 1: Friday 22nd May Part 2: Friday 29th May 1pm - 4pm AEST (11am - 2pm WA) (12pm - 3pm SA, NT) Register here: www.touchingbase.org/civicrm/even... #scarletalliance #SWOPNSW

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

What a night! 🎭 Touching Base loved every moment of Wh0reTales in Sydney. From laughter to tears, the sex worker community truly inspired us. Big thanks to MC Daddy Charles & Ashley Stafford for donating the proceeds to us! Stay tuned for more photos. 📸✨ #Wh0reTales #scarletalliance #SWOPNSW

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

We're really excited to be a part of Wh0re Tales and hope you will come and join us for a night of risque entertainment. Touching Base volunteers Saul, Scarlett, and Blaire will be there in person and would love to catch up with you. events.humanitix.com/wh0retales?u...

Five sex workers are sitting in a circle and we can only see their legs and shoes. The person at the front has a range of tattoos and they are holding knitting needles and a scarf they are working on. The carpet is bright red and the pedestal of a fan is visible.

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

A night of intimate story telling by community for community, held on Gadigal land 15th April Community night for sex workers & trusted allies, follow link for details. Proceeds donated to Touching Base. We are very grateful to event organisers Ashley & Charles. events.humanitix.com/wh0retales

Ashley Stafford and Daddy Charles present a night of intimate storytelling by community for community
WhOreTales.
A night of laughter, connection and maybe a confession or two…
WhOreTales is a safe, inclusive space for community to share their stories, jokes and icks with the sex industry
Expect a night of open mic, storytelling, spoken Poetry and everything in between.
Raising funds for Touching Base Inc. Wednesday April the 15th 7pm to 11 pm.
Venue to be announced on the day

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Are you a sex worker? Do you want to gain awareness around supporting clients with disability? Touching Base's Professional Disability Awareness Training (PDAT) workshop registrations are now open To register, go to: www.touchingbase.org/civicrm/even...

PDAT Workshop Registrations are now open.
Our Professional Disability Awareness Training workshop has two online training sessions: Thursday 16 and Thursday 25th March 2026. Reserved for sex workers only.

What is PDAT?
Professional Disability Awareness Training (PDAT) is an online workshop by Touching Base where participants will: gain a deeper understanding of working with clients with disability, challenge common myths and prejudices about disabled people, learn about the diverse sexuality of disabled people and the barriers they face an accessing sex services, practical strategies for taking bookings with clients with disability and strategies to make your services and workplace more accessible

Where can I do PDAT?
PDAT Consists of two three hour live sessions held over two consecutive weeks. You must attend both sessions.
Registrations close Monday the 16th of March.

Session one Thursday the 16th of March 2026
from 1pm to 4 pm Australian Eastern Daylight Time (NSW / VIC / ACT / TAS), from 12:00 p.m. to 3 p.m.(QLD), 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (SA), from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.(WA) from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.(NT) .

Session two Thursday the 16th of March 2026
from 1pm to 4 pm Australian Eastern Daylight Time (NSW / VIC / ACT / TAS), from 12:00 p.m. to 3 p.m.(QLD), 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (SA), from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.(WA) from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.(NT) .

Please note these workshops are only open to sex workers who have worked in the sex industry for a minimum of three months. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of both workshop sessions

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

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touchingbase.bsky.social @touchingbase.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Today on International Day of People with Disability, we acknowledge the disabled and chronically ill community and their right to sexual expression. Disabled rights are human rights and sexual expression is a human right.

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text reads "The broader discourse around sex and disability continues to perpetuate the idea that people with disability or chronic illness are unsexy, undesirable, or incompatible with sexual expression. But people with disability are just as diverse in their sexuality, desires, and experiences as anyone else, reflecting the full spectrum of human intimacy found in the wider community. On this International Day of People with Disability, we want to celebrate that diversity and affirm that disabled people are multifaceted human beings whose sexuality is valid, complex, and deeply individual.".

text reads "We also want to acknowledge disabled and chronically ill sex workers, whose identities are often rendered invisible as they navigate the compounded stigma of a profession that is hypersexualised and a disability identity that society frequently deems unsexy. Their voices and experiences deserve recognition and respect. DSWAG—the Disabled Sex Workers Advisory Group—is currently conducting a survey on disabled sex workers’ experiences accessing the healthcare system; you can find the survey via the link in our bio.".

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