LGBTIQA+ equality
Victoria celebrates diversity. Access support for LGBTIQA+ communities and show your support as an ally.
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The Unsaid Says A Lot
3 in 4 trans and gender diverse people have been treated unfairly because of their gender identity. Each silent gesture, every unspoken word, carries weight. So, think about what you’re really saying.
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Rainbow Ready roadmap
Victoria’s Rainbow Ready roadmap provides rural and regional communities with the tools to drive inclusion and ensure LGBTIQA+ people are safe, supported and equal.
People of Pride
Celebrate some of the experiences, insights and skills that make up Victoria’s diverse LGBTIQA+ community via our #PeopleofPride story series.
The Victorian LGBTIQA+ Strategy
Pride in our future: Victoria’s first whole-of-government LGBTIQA+ strategy outlines our plan to drive equality for LGBTIQA+ communities over the next 10 years.
How we’re working to achieve equality for LGBTIQA+ Victorians
Find out what the Victorian Government LGBTIQA+ Equality portfolio is doing to support the LGBTIQA+ community, celebrate diversity, promote inclusion and reduce discrimination.
The Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities
The Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities advocates for the rights, safety and wellbeing of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex, queer and asexual communities.
Pride Centre
The Victorian Government is proud to have provided more than $25 million in funding for Victoria’s first Pride Centre located on Fitzroy Street, St Kilda.
Grants to support LGBTIQA+ Victorians
We offer a range of grants and programs to support Victorians to create a fairer, more inclusive Victoria for LGBTIQA+ people.
LGBTIQA+ inclusive language guide
This guide is for public sector employees. Use it to ensure you use inclusive language for LGBTIQA+ people.
Timeline of progress towards LGBTIQA+ equality
Victoria is leading the way in legislative and historic firsts for LGBTIQA+ Victorians. Find out what has been happening.
Updated 28 June 2024
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