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Recognising the inspiring work in Victoria’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex communities, the sixth annual GLOBE Community Awards was a smashing success last night, …

GLOBE Community Awards @ Plaza Ballroom, Melbourne, Friday 11 October 2019. Photographer: Dean Arcuri.

GLOBE Community Awards @ Plaza Ballroom, Melbourne, Friday 11 October 2019. Photographer: Dean Arcuri.

The GLOBE Community Awards return this year for the sixth year, recognising significant individual and organisational achievement benefiting Victoria’s LGBTI community.

Nominations for this year’s GLOBE Community Awards are also now open.

“This is the largest pool of funds GLOBE has been able to reinvest back into our vibrant and diverse community.”

The money will help fund a project undertaken by the government alongside conversion therapy survivors.

“Niche community groups and individuals will need all the help they can get to continue to advocate for equality – the fight for LGBTI rights is not over.”

Wiggins was emotional as he accepted the award – which he received for his tireless work in trans health for more than 15 years – and dedicated it to his children.

“This year’s finalists for the [sports] award all identify as transgender, which is testament to the amazing work that our trans community has been doing to increase inclusion in sports.”