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Author: Jesse Jones

Jesse is the editor of Pink Advocate. He has a background in LGBTIQ media, public health, and sex work. His other interests include gender and travel. When he's not writing or editing, Jesse is usually watching cartoons or playing with his cats.
Entertainment

Darren Hayes to headline Mardi Gras Parade

January 27, 2022January 27, 2022 Jesse Jones

This year's Mardi Gras Party has been cancelled, but plenty of exciting events will go ahead.

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Tagged COVID-19, Darren Hayes, Mardi Gras, Mardi Gras Film Festival, music, pandemic, parade, party, Savage Garden, Sydney Cricket GroundLeave a comment
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ACON CEO Nicolas Parkhill honoured with Order of Australia

January 26, 2022January 26, 2022 Jesse Jones

Parkhill has been an advocate for HIV and LGBTIQA+ health for over three decades.

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Tagged ACON, Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations, Dr Justin Koonin, health, HIV, Mark Orr, Nicolas Parkhill, Order of Australia, PrEPLeave a comment
News, Victoria

Activists ask police not to march at Pride in Melbourne

January 26, 2022January 26, 2022 Jesse Jones

Most LGBTIQA+ people say they feel unsafe around Victoria Police.

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Tagged activism, discrimination, Frank Gafa, Joshua Badge, Melbourne, Midsumma Festival, No Police at Pride, police, Pride, transphobiaLeave a comment
National, News

Teacher fired for ‘demonic’ marriage warns against religious discrimination bill

January 24, 2022January 24, 2022 Jesse Jones

A Senate inquiry has heard schools “can and do” dismiss staff for being LGBTIQA+.

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Tagged government, homophobia, inquiry, law, religion, religious discrimination bill, schoolLeave a comment
Entertainment, National, News

Event grant applications open for Mardi Gras viewing parties

January 23, 2022 Jesse Jones

$100,000 in grants will support venues around the country to celebrate Mardi Gras.

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Tagged Albert Kruger, Alex Greenwich, Esther LaRovere, event, grants, Mardi Gras, Meta, Mia Garlick, party, The Palace HotelLeave a comment
National, News

More gay blood donors could ease shortages, advocates say

January 23, 2022 Jesse Jones

Thousands more blood donors are needed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Tagged blood donation, COVID-19, government, health, HIV, just.equal, pandemic, Red Cross Blood Service, Rodney Croome, Therapeutic Goods AdministrationLeave a comment
Features

My final form: Completing my trans surgery journey

January 20, 2022January 20, 2022 Jesse Jones

A very private look into the world of transition procedures.

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News, Victoria

Richmond AFLW players to debut rainbow Pride Guernsey this weekend

January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 Jesse Jones

“This jumper is about pride and the community.”

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Tagged AFLW, Brendon Gale, Katie Brennan, Matthew Chan, Midsumma Festival, Pride, Sarah Hosking, sport, Switchboard VictoriaLeave a comment
New South Wales, News

Hate crime killer to be sentenced after guilty plea

January 16, 2022 Jesse Jones

Scott Johnson's murderer made a surprise confession in court.

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Tagged court, crime, hate crime, homophobia, law, murder, police, Scott Johnson, Sydney, violenceLeave a comment
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Sydney launch event this week for trans musician Cassy Judy

January 16, 2022January 17, 2022 Jesse Jones

'When The World Was Flat' is a hit with fans already.

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National, News, Tasmania

Tasmania to suffer most under religious discrimination bill: advocates

January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 Jesse Jones

The bill would have "a disastrous impact".

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Tagged Disability Voices Tasmania, discrimination, Equality Tasmania, government, Independent Education Union, inquiry, law, Peter Gutwein, religious discrimination bill, Rodney Croome, Unions Tasmania, Women’s Health TasmaniaLeave a comment
Features

‘Every letter is welcome’: Melbourne’s inclusive ice hockey club

January 9, 2022January 9, 2022 Jesse Jones

"It’s very action-packed and exciting to play and watch.”

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National, News

Aussie podcast shining light on HIV community and historical heroes

December 22, 2021December 23, 2021 Jesse Jones

“Suddenly, we’ve all had to confront viruses.”

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Tagged activism, AIDS, COVID-19, HIV, homophobia, pandemic, podcast, radio, Tim Brunero, World AIDS DayLeave a comment
International, News

‘Targeted for their appearance’: LGBTIQA+ people persecuted by police

December 17, 2021December 17, 2021 Jesse Jones

A new global report shows that people around the world are still arrested just for being queer.

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Tagged discrimination, homophobia, ILGA World, law, police, report, research, trans, transphobia, United NationsLeave a comment
International, News

Queer Black feminist author bell hooks dies at 69

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Jesse Jones

“She is an everlasting force and blessing.”

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News, Victoria

More community calls to ban uniformed police from Pride

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Jesse Jones

Controversy continues over police marching in uniform.

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Tagged Devina Potter, Midsumma Festival, Nevena Spirovska, police, Pride, Switchboard Victoria, Victoria Police, Victorian Pride LobbyLeave a comment
News, Victoria

Gay bar revellers isolating after Omicron case

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Jesse Jones

A person with the highly contagious strain attended two bars on Friday night.

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Tagged Brett Sutton, coronavirus, COVID-19, health, Jacqui Meoff, Melbourne, Omicron strain, pandemic, Sircuit, The Peel Hotel, Tom McFeelyLeave a comment
New South Wales, News

Non-binary drag queen running for Mardi Gras board

December 14, 2021December 14, 2021 Jesse Jones

The TikTok personality wants to break down barriers to diversity.

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Tagged board, election, Mardi Gras, non-binary, social media, Sydney, Thomas Grainger, TikTok, Tomi, transLeave a comment
National, News

LGBTIQA+ people at greater risk of eating disorders: research

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Jesse Jones

Three quarters of people with eating disorders are unable to seek help.

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Tagged Butterfly Foundation, charity, eating disorders, health, healthcare, Kevin Barrow, Melissa Wilton, mental health, research, study, transLeave a comment
National, News

Self-collect tests to make cervical screening easy and private

December 12, 2021December 12, 2021 Jesse Jones

“The tests are simple to do and are just as effective."

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