streetwork
streetwork in Germany
and the Czech Republic
Street work is the name given to outreach social work, which makes it possible to meet those affected directly on site. For people involved in prostitution, this is often the only chance they have to accept an offer of help. Our street workers regularly visit German streetwalking areas and scenes to make direct contact with those affected. There, they build trust, offer advice and support, and identify situations of violence, exploitation, or acute crises at an early stage
Street work is aimed at children, adolescents, women, and young men. In addition to conversations, we provide further support if necessary, accompany people to facilities, or enable them to be admitted to our shelter.
We also carry out outreach work in the border regions with Czechia, as many of those affected live or work across the border. Our presence on the ground not only enables us to avert crises, but also to offer prevention, education, and low-threshold support services.
our focus
One of the association's most important areas of activity is cross-border outreach social work in streetwalking areas and brothel-like establishments in the Saxon-Bohemian border region. We give the people affected the courage and strength to dare to escape or leave and start a new life.
Being there when no one else asks
We are often the only ones who ask how they are doing. Who show interest, listen, alleviate fears, offer encouragement, and provide support. In acute emergencies, our street workers provide crisis intervention, refer women to facilities, or take them into our shelter. In addition to distributing prevention supplies such as condoms, lubricant, clean syringes in exchange, etc., we also hand out emergency cards with information about our services. Those affected can get help at any time by calling our 24-hour emergency number.
Contact point in Cheb
Mobile: +42 (0)776 / 42 62 92
Email: maritap1@karo-ev.de