Articles by Ruth Jacobs

About Ruth Jacobs (297 Articles)

Author of Soul Destruction: Unforgivable, a novel exposing the dark world and harsh reality of life as a drug addicted call girl. The main storyline is based loosely on events from my own life. In addition to fiction writing, I am also involved in journalism and broadcasting, primarily for human rights campaigning in the areas of sex workers' rights, anti-sexual exploitation and anti-human trafficking.

BBC1 Inside Out: The Merseyside Hate Crime Model of Policing Prostitution – Monday 21 Oct, 7.30pm

October 19, 2013 // 12 Comments

The Merseyside hate crime model of policing prostitution leads the country. In these two documentaries for Inside Out, airing on BBC1 in the London and North West regions, writer Ruth Jacobs investigates why crimes against sex trade workers are going unpunished, clearly showing the urgency for the Merseyside model to be made UK wide to prevent more rapes and save lives, taking more rapists and murderers off the streets.

Hate Crime Awareness Week 12-19th October 2013

October 16, 2013 // 5 Comments

The purpose of the Hate Crime Awareness Week is to tackle local hate crime issues by raising awareness of what hate crime is and how to respond to it, encourage reporting, and promote local support services and resources...

Photographer and Author, Alyscia Cunningham, Discusses Her First Book, Feminine Transitions

October 15, 2013 // 1 Comment

I wanted to bring to light that as we evolve in age, we also mature mentally and highlight the beauty of our growth... I know now that Feminine Transitions is a tribute to that little girl who is constantly told by society that she is not beautiful. I want that girl to know that she...

Ruth Jacobs – Panellist at Amnesty International HQ, London – Honest Lies Première Screening & Discussion – 14 Oct at 7PM

October 13, 2013 // 3 Comments

The short film 'Honest Lies' is based on a story written Anita James, a woman who was previously in prostitution... Following the screening will be a discussion of the challenges and barriers faced by women seeking to leave the sex trade, ways in which they can be empowered and supported, and a clear message of support for a change in UK law, calling for people who are in prostitution to be decriminalised.

Bestselling Author, Tony Black, Talks About His New Semi-Autobiographical Book ‘His Father’s Son’

October 8, 2013 // 4 Comments

It's my first novel outside the crime genre, what we call in the trade a 'dad and a lad' - it focuses on the often difficult father/son relationship... It's been billed as semi-autobiographical, and to a certain extent a lot of Marti's discoveries were mine after being born in Australia and abruptly dropping down in Ireland as an eight-year-old...

Ruth Jacobs Speaks on Social Networks: The Good, The Bad and The Horrifying

October 8, 2013 // 5 Comments

What was your most astonishing experience on a social network? The most horrific was discovering what was very obviously a large interconnected group of child sex abusers on Facebook. Being aware of Facebook’s inadequate policies and procedures, I reported this to law enforcement instead – the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) in the UK…

Don’t Put Us Out On The Streets: Soho sex trade workers & supporters protest against evictions – 11AM, Wednesday 9 October 2013

October 8, 2013 // 5 Comments

Women in 26 Romilly Street are facing eviction on Wednesday 9 October as a result of a police crackdown... The English Collective of Prostitutes is initiating legal action... Leyla, from Romilly Street says, "I have four children back in Thailand who would not survive without the money I send them. Their lives were turned upside down by the recent floods...” It is believed that the evictions are to make way for a major hotel and luxury flats development.

In the Booth with Ruth – Casey Kelleher, Author

October 1, 2013 // 6 Comments

I cover some pretty disturbing storylines when writing, and whilst most of my readers enjoy my books, I know that some readers will find some of the subject matter difficult to read. But the issues I cover do happen, they are out there. And with every dark, murky tale, there is always a survivor: a strong person who battles through their harsh reality somehow, and that is what I champion.

Speak out: Rape and Sexual Assault in Yarl’s Wood Immigration & Removal Centre

September 30, 2013 // 14 Comments

Sexual and racist abuse and other violence by guards have prompted regular protests, even hunger strikes, by women detained in Yarl’s Wood. The same names of guards having sex with women in their care come up over and again. It appears to be so widespread that it is impossible for the authorities, including the Home Office, not to have known about it until it was publicly exposed. Women have been deported without the alleged rape being investigated – a cover up?...

In the Booth with Ruth – Leigh Russell, Author

September 24, 2013 // 3 Comments

My debut thriller, CUT SHORT, was inspired by an encounter with a stranger in my local park... It genuinely never occurred to me that anyone else would ever read my narrative, let alone publish it. The story that arose out of that brief encounter in the park went on to be published as CUT SHORT, shortlisted for a 2010 CWA Dagger Award for Best First Crime Novel...

In the Booth with Ruth – Trista Hendren, Author & Feminist Activist

September 17, 2013 // 12 Comments

I write what comes to me. I never thought I would write children’s books, but that is what happened first. I really enjoy the creative process of our books, where we put together illustrations and quotes with the story. It’s really quite fun. And I have the best partner—artist Elisabeth Slettnes—in all the world.

Niki Adams of the English Collective of Prostitutes Discusses Decriminalisation & the Merseyside Model

September 11, 2013 // 11 Comments

"Since 1975, the International Prostitutes Collective has been campaigning for the abolition of the prostitution laws which criminalize sex workers and our families, and for economic alternatives and higher benefits and wages. No woman, child or man should be forced by poverty or violence into sex with anyone. We provide information, help and support to individual prostitute women and others who are concerned with sex workers’ human, civil, legal and economic rights."

Soul Destruction: Unforgivable – recent reviews & only 99p / $1.55 for a limited time

September 11, 2013 // 2 Comments

This is a fascinating read of a world that remains unfamiliar to many women. What I liked the most about this book was how the author wrote her characters with such love – they were likeable women in an industry that is despised by many – addictions and all. I came away with a better understanding of prostitution and a stronger resolve to work towards a better world for ALL women – Trista Hendren, Feminist & Author

In the Booth with Ruth – Fran Clark, Singer & Songwriter

September 10, 2013 // 5 Comments

My songs are always based on something true. A story about me or someone I know. Sometimes they are just to express my feelings on a subject - could be love, friendship, family, or just life in general. Once in a while, random words come to mind in the way of a hook and how to give those words meaning might come along later.