Elvis Martin: Advocate on Victoria’s LGBT Taskforce
Elvis Martin has inspired many young people with his resilience and leadership. He is not afraid to use personal life experiences to educate others and …
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Pop superstar Kesha joins Mardi Gras Party line-up
In another huge coup for the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, pop superstar Kesha has been announced as a performer at the 2020 Mardi …
LGBTQI youth group Camp Out seeks crowdfunding
LGBTQI youth group Camp Out have turned to crowdfunding as they try to fundraise to support their annual bush camp for LGBTQI young people aged …
Melbourne students petition for same-sex inclusion at high school debutante ball
Challenging tradition in their local high school, two students are using a Change.org petition to push for LGBTI equality and to allow same-sex couples to attend the ‘deb’ together.
School’s Out
High school students are already subject to the challenges of being an adolescent, but this is amplified when they’re diverse in gender or sexuality. Ahead of a major forum during Midsumma focusing on this topic, young people shared their personal school experiences with Matthew Wade.
Pinnacle’s main link
After enduring years of bullying for his sexuality while he was studying, Sean Linkson helped establish The Pinnacle Foundation to assist LGBTI youth reach their full potential before starting their careers. Shannon Power caught up with him to find out more.
New national resource helps teachers promote diversity and LGBTI acceptance in high school
A new guide has been created for high school teachers aimed at making sexual and gender diverse awareness and inclusivity part of the national curriculum.