“If you can’t say it in an office, you can’t say it in the community, including TV.”
Category: National
1 in 4 Australians affected by suicide during pandemic
Isolation and job issues are among the biggest drivers of suicide.
Senators urged to protect trans, gender diverse, and intersex workers
“LGBTIQ+ Australians will be watching closely this week to see what decision they make.”
Scholarships supporting young LGBTIQ+ students
The program provides mentorship and opportunities.
Sex worker community raising funds for workers affected by pandemic
Donations until this Thursday will be doubled.
Major parties reject trans and intersex workplace protections
"This is a simple reform that would replicate existing protections in other discrimination laws."
Australian Census criticised for excluding LGBTIQA+ people
“The government wants to lock LGBTIQA+ people in a data collection closet.”
Trans-inclusive skincare range offering support during HRT
Transitioning people may encounter specific skin health needs.
Homophobic backlash over ‘revolting, grotesque’ sexual health campaign
The long-running program has received public complaints over each new iteration.
Transphobia creating barriers to sexual health testing: study
Most trans people have been treated insensitively by health workers.
Broken promise by PM Morrison leaves LGBT kids at risk, advocates say
“LGBT kids deserve action, not being abandoned by a Prime Minister who has yet to honour his promise.”
Couple launches support service for trans women, queer community
TransGlitterusUs offers everything from makeup help to social support.
One in five queer Victorians mistreated by banks
NAB has launched changes to make banking easier for diverse customers.
Community urged to speak up for trans and intersex workplace protection
The Australian Government has failed to include protections for trans and intersex people in a new bill.
Cervical screening urged for queer and trans people
All people with a cervix should have the simple test to prevent or identify cancer.
Australian gay blood push to grow as UK reforms policy
Just.equal aims to see Australian blood donation policy overhauled before next year’s World Blood Donor Day.
Massive increase in online searches for LGBTIQ+ information
Searches by Australians for sexuality and gender topics have exploded in recent years.
Champion streetwear supporting Queer Sporting Alliance for Pride Month
“When you love yourself, and trust yourself, nothing else really matters.”
40-year AIDS anniversary sparks push to end HIV transmission
HIV could be virtually eliminated in Australia in just four years.
Top employers named by Australian LGBTQ Inclusion Awards
The ABC, Capgemini, and Advance Diversity Services were among the most inclusive organisations for LGBTQ people.