Esme (she/her)

LGBTQ+ Sexual Exploitation Specialist (Young People)

My role

I support children of all genders who are at risk of/have been sexually exploited/abused. My role is to develop trusting relationships and offer a safe space for young people to be heard while providing trauma-informed, holistic support around topics such as consent, sexual health, boundaries, online safety, self-esteem, and healthy relationships. I help empower and support young people to move forward in their lives following their experiences of trauma and abuse.

My background

I graduated from university in 2022 after studying Law, soon realising my passion lies with supporting marginalised communities. I have previously worked in the charity sector, supporting people with drug and alcohol misuse issues and regularly volunteered on evening outreach with Basis before joining the organisation. More recently, I have completed Level 3 Counselling Skills course to assist me in building therapeutic relationships with the young people I work with.

In my free time, I love going hiking, camping and being out in nature, along with kickboxing.