Posts tagged Aboriginal

“When they realised I was both gay and Aboriginal, I was praised because I was ‘one of those good Abos’ and one of those gays who ‘doesn’t need to make it a big show'”

Burney delivered a tearful speech on marriage equality about her late son, who passed away in October.

“Instead of running for Olympic gold, singing in a music video, or acting on the big or small screen, these role models perform in heels, glitter, and huge wigs”

“Other people just need to listen and understand when people of colour are talking to them – it’s as simple as that”

The new flag will help recognise Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and non Anglo-Saxon people in the state’s LGBTI community.

The role models spoke with the Star Observer about the importance of fighting for the next generation.

Black Rainbow aims to provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who identify as LGBTI.

“A lot of times we’re just tolerated”

While traditional Indigenous culture may have previously isolated queer people, times are changing.

MLA Chansey Paech says being an advocate for same-sex couples who want to adopt has been a rewarding experience.