Common Questions About Ruhama

Who does Ruhama support?

What kind of services does Ruhama offer?

How can I be confident that Ruhama will be a useful service for me?

Is Ruhama run by a religious order?

Why is Ruhama needed as a service?

Accessing Support

How much does it cost to get support from Ruhama?

I have no credit on my phone. Can Ruhama call me?

Do I need a visa to get support form Ruhama?

I don't speak English - Can Ruhama help me?

Do I have to want to leave prostitution to get Ruhama's help?

Can I get sexual health supplies, like condom & lube from you?

Do you only provide support to women?

What is the first thing that happens when I contact Ruhama?

Getting Help

I need help right now. What can I do?

I have been assaulted. What should I do?

I'm an independent escort. What can you do for me?

I move around Ireland a lot. How can I get support?

I'm struggling with drugs or alcohol and need help.

Prostitution

What is prostitution?

Is prostitution legal in Ireland?

My landlord has asked me for sex to pay my rent - Is this legal?

Why do you advocate for the Nordic model as the best legislative framework for women in prostitution?

Why do you advocate for full decriminalisation/legalisation?

Some people say violence increases against those in the sex trade under the Equality Model. Is this true?

Why don't you use the term 'sex work'?