Chemsex - what it is and why it needs our attention

"Chemsex" , used both in Dutch and in English, is basically an Enlish word. Chems stands for chemicals, which stands for drugs. Chems and sex really work well with each other. Chems make people feel more relaxed, more free and - depending on the type of chems - more self confident. It sounds like a dream doesn't it?

We have noticed a strong increase of chemsex activities, especially among gay men. Another tendency is the intensity of the usage and a shift in types and intensity of the chems used. Altogether we noticed that a relatively small group of men is at risk of getting into trouble. We've seen men struggle with addiction, loss of friends or carreers, health risks, risks to hiv and other std's.

Though only a small group really suffers the most severe consequences, we offer counseling and meetings to all men who ask themselves: "Am I at risk?".

"Not for everybody and not for every body"

Together with a few experienced chemsex participants plus some health workers and therapists, we started these meetings in Rotterdam in 2018. At a small scale, confidential and (currently) only for men who have sex with men (gay/bi) who want to actively share their experiences and learn from others.

Where to go if you don't speak Dutch (NL)?

Our evenings are currently in Dutch only. However, there are alternatives available in Amsterdam (city center). Check the guys at MAINLINE via this link.