Diversity ACT

Diversity ACT is an LGBTIQ+ non-profit community service. We exist to support the aspirations & human dignity of LGBTIQ+ Canberrans.

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And what do we learn from this statement? That social change and inclusion are not “given” to us. They have been hard earned, fought for, and while we celebrate, we must also defend them.
#pride #mardigras #lgbt #history #WednesdayWisdom

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February is all about feeling good! Despite the expected heat, we've chosen a cozy jumper to give you that warm hug sensation. Look out for Feel Good opportunities all month and visit our Feel Good Feb website for more. https://t.co/xViQRbZwKD #FeelGoodFeb #MentallyHealthy

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Fatimah Asghar is a poet, fiction writer and filmmaker. They are the author of ‘If They Come For Us’ and 'When We Were Sisters'. Recently, they wrote for Marvel’s TV series ‘Ms. Marvel’.
#ReadABook #queer #poetry

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Did you know that ‘homosexual’ is derived from the Greek homos meaning "same" and the Latin-based sexual. H. Havelock Ellis in 1897: “'Homosexual' is a barbarously hybrid word, and I claim no responsibility for it. It is, however, convenient, and now widely used.” #wordnerdday

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“Every LGBTQ+ refugee has a unique situation—but the fear and pain they endured … is universal.” – Arsham Parsi
Parsi provides a powerful reminder that while things are slowly improving in the West, there are still queer people all over the world who live every day afraid.

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Many of us are probably in the middle of playing Whamaggedon, so let’s focus this month’s Music Monday on the fabulous George Michael.
Michael came out as gay in 1998, and was an active LGBT rights campaigner and HIV/AIDS charity fundraiser. What's your favourite of his songs?

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Diversity ACT is deeply aware of the impact of volunteering. We are thankful for all of our volunteers. The theme of this year’s International Volunteer Day is “If Everyone Did” - what changes could you make in the world if you volunteered?
#IfEveryoneDid #IVD2023

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Ellia Green was the first Olympic athlete to come out as a transgender man. Green’s message for others: "people are always going to have something to say, whether that be positive or negative ... so why not just live the rest of your life exactly as you want to be? #Trans

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Today’s the day! Join us at the Hub for a wonderful day celebrating all things LGBTQIA+. https://t.co/fGJAixlSEb

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Discover Ed le Broq: musician, teacher, radio host, and author known for his work on ABC Classic. A transgender advocate, his memoir "Cadence" shares experiences from travels, transitioning just before turning 50. Don't miss his latest book, "Sound Bites" (2023). #TransAwareness

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Sally's philosophy: I believe it is better to travel as far as one can at a point in time than languishing forever on the side of the road. Fire up your pan with any degree of heat and work with me. Join the journey at https://t.co/aSQjleM23W #LGBTQIA #TransAwareness

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Amplifying trans voices: Meet Canberra's own Jenni Atkinson. Affirming their authentic gender for over 30 years, Jenni is a visible force in the trans, ace, and straight communities, impacting more lives than many of us combined. Explore Jenni's work at https://t.co/CXPc1LDzPj

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Transgender Awareness Week runs from 13-19 November, and concludes with Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20. This week is all
about raising the visibility of the transgender community, and addressing the issues faced by members of that community. #transawareness

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Our SpringOUT event this year is Southside Loud & Proud. The program is super cool - drumming workshop, drag storytime, dress up competitions for people and pets, and more. We look forward to seeing you at the Hub next Saturday.
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#lgbt #lgbtqia #community

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Legislative change is needed in other states/territories to ensure legal protections and processes to support Intersex people to make their own decisions about permanent medical treatments affecting their bodies
#intersex #lgbt #lgbtqia

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The Tuggeranong Repair Cafe is back again today from 1pm-4pm @ 200 Clive Steele Avenue in Monash, on the corner of Clive Steele Ave and Isabella Drive, just off the roundabout. It's the Impact Community Hub where the circus sometimes sets up. What will you take to get repaired?

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It’s a glorious Spring day, and we’re gathering at the Hub this afternoon. Come and join us?
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Today’s the day! Donations made to https://t.co/p6zGZI4u2l could be doubled. Donate today and help increase the pot of gold under the rainbow.
#GiveOUTDay #fundraising #lgbt #lgbtqia

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Join us at the Hub garden for Spring Mingle II! Help us prepare for Open Day by completing garden tasks, painting furniture, and more. Enjoy afternoon tea and cold drinks. Drop by anytime between 1:30-3:30 pm. Don't forget your hat! 🌼☕ #HubGarden

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Out of respect to the Indigenous community, GiveOUT Day was postponed until Thursday, October 26th. Which means that there’s 2 more days until GiveOUT Day! Don’t forget that donations made on 26 October can be doubled! You can donate to Diversity ACT at https://t.co/p6zGZI4u2l