LGBTQ+ Resource Library

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ACON Programs and Services

Websites:

ACON Website
The main ACON website
Between the Lines
Alcohol and other drug resources
Can We
ACON’s conversation on cancer
Disability Justice Social Group
Online social group for LGBTQ+ people with disability in NSW
Emen8
Sexual health and wellbeing for gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men
Ending HIV
Education, information, and support around HIV
HERE
ACON’s digital suicide prevention hub
LOVE Project
Living Older Visibly and Engaged
NDIS Guide for LGBTQ+ People
A toolkit to assist LGBTQ+ community members access the NDIS
Pride Inclusion Programs
Services to assist employers, sporting organisations and service providers with all aspects of LGBTQ+ inclusion
Rainbow Cultures
A directory of LGBTQIA+ multicultural community groups and services in NSW
Red Ribbon Appeal
ACON's annual fundraiser for World AIDS Day
Say It Out Loud
LGBTQ+ relationships, and domestic and family violence
TransHub
ACON’s digital information platform for all trans and gender diverse people
Trans Vitality
ACON’s resilience-building program for the trans and gender diverse community
WellMob
Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
Word on the Sheets
Sexual health info by and for LGBTQ+ women

Downloadable Resources:

ACON: Community Visitors Scheme
Helping older LGBTQ+ people make new friends
ACON: ConversAsians SolialisAsians
A peer social group for same-sex attracted guys, trans-inclusive, from Asian backgrounds
ACON: Here for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People
ACON's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services
ACON: Here for Community Care
ACON's community care and support services
ACON: Here for Substance Support
ACON's substance support services
ACON: Here for Suicide Prevention & Aftercare
ACON's suicide prevention and aftercare support service
ACON: Here for Women
ACON's women's services
ACON: SPARK Workshop
A workshop for same-sex attracted guys, trans-inclusive, aged 18 to 26
ACON: The LOVE Club
Community gatherings for LGBTQ+ people over 55
ACON: Welcome Here
Is your business a welcoming place?

Ageing and Aged Care

Websites:

ACON: Here for Ageing
Support, companionship and advice for older members of the LGBTQ community
Palliative Care Support
LGBTQ+ Toolkit for Palliative Care and End of Life Decisions
The LOVE Project
ACON’s ageing initiative aims to empower older LGBTQ communities, including people living with HIV, to lead healthy, active and more social lives

Downloadable Resources:

10 Things to Ask About LGBTI Needs in Aged Care
A brochure for aged care providers
ACON: Ageing and Aged Care Resources
Library of resources and related content for older LGBTQ+ people
ACON: Community Visitors Scheme
Helping older LGBTQ+ people make new friends
ACON: The LOVE Club
Community gatherings for LGBTQ+ people over 55
Actions to Support LGBTI Elders
A booklet guide for aged care providers
Healthy Ageing Factsheets

LGBTI Specialisation Verification - Aged Care
How ACON can help you earn your LGBTI Specialisation for My Aged Care
Living With HIV & Navigating Aged Care
An outline of the aged care health system for older people living with HIV
Seniors Rights Service: Q&A for LGBTIQ+
Key issues to consider for older LGBTIQ+ people

Alcohol and Other Drugs

Websites:

Between the Lines
Alcohol and other drug resources
DanceWize: Drug Quiz
How much do you think you know about drugs?
DanceWize: Resources
A range of downloadable brochures on the most common drugs, including harm reduction information
M3THOD
Free and confidential support for sexualised drug use
NUAA
The NSW Users and AIDS Association (NUAA) is a peer-based drug user organisation
Your Room
Facts about alcohol and other drugs

Downloadable Resources:

ACON: Here for Community Care
ACON's community care and support services
ACON: Here for Substance Support
ACON's substance support services
ACON: LGBTQ+ Inclusive Practice Guidelines
Guidelines for mental health and AOD service providers
ACON: Partners, Friends and Family
A resource to support LGBTQ+ people affected by drug or alcohol use
ACON: Rainbow Buzz
A quick practice guide for AOD services
'All the Dykes I Know Drink Beer'
Sexuality and gender performance through alcohol consumption among LBQ women in Australia
Chemsex Harm Reduction Guide
A harm reduction booklet from M3THOD
Language Matters
NADA's language guide for AOD reporting
LGBTQ+ Trauma-informed Care
A handy infographic showcasing the principles of LGBTQ+ trauma-informed care
Methamphetamine Treatment Outcomes Among Gay Men in Sydney
Research report on men seeking support from LGBTI-specific services
National Drug Strategy Household Survey 2019
Data on tobacco, alcohol and other drug use across Australia
NSW Drug Summit: ACON Position Paper
ACON's submission to the 2024 NSW Drug Summit
Perceptions and Cultural Practices of Vaping Among LBQ Women
Research paper exploring perceptions and practices of vaping and sexuality
Private Lives 3
Research on the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ people in Australia
Response to the Special Commission of Inquiry into the Drug ‘Ice’
The NSW Government's final report recommendations
VAC: Policy and Practice Recommendations
Guidelines for AOD services supporting the trans and gender diverse community
Writing Themselves in 4
Research on the health and wellbeing of LGBTQA+ young people in Australia

Cancer

Websites:

Can We
ACON’s conversation on cancer
Can We: Bowel Cancer
Bowel cancer information on ACON's Can We website
Can We: Breast Cancer
Breast cancer information on ACON's Can We website
Can We: Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer information on ACON's Can We website
Can We: Smoking Cessation
Information about quitting smoking
In The Know: A Quiz About Your Cancer Screening and Prevention Options
Test your cancer screening knowledge

Downloadable Resources:

Can We: Cervical Screening GP Comprehensive Letter
A letter template for LGBTQ+ people to use when requesting a cervical screening
Can We: Cervical Screening GP General Letter
A letter template for LGBTQ+ people to use when requesting a cervical screening

First Nations

Websites:

Black Rainbow
A national volunteer enterprise for the health and wellbeing of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBQTIA+SB community
BlaQ
The peak organisation for Aboriginal LGBTQIA+SB people and communities in NSW
Map of Aboriginal Community Health Services
A helpful map from ACON Regional Services
WellMob
Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

Downloadable Resources:

ACON: Here for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People
ACON's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services
ACON: HIV in the NSW Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Population
A report on the healthcare landscape, the HIV gap, and improving access to services
Us Mob and HIV
A booklet from AFAO

HIV & Sexual Health

Websites:

Emen8
Sexual health and wellbeing for gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men
Ending HIV
Education, information, and support around HIV
Bobby Goldsmith Foundation
Counselling, housing, study, employment & financial support for people living with HIV
Multicultural HIV & Hepatitis Service
Working with CALD communities in NSW to improve health and wellbeing in relation to HIV and hepatitis
NUAA
The NSW Users and AIDS Association (NUAA) is a peer-based drug user organisation
Positive Life NSW
Information, support, referral, and advocacy for people living with HIV in NSW
Red Ribbon Appeal
ACON's annual fundraiser for World AIDS Day
Sexual Health Info Link
Anonymous & non-judgmental information and referral service
Word on the Sheets
Sexual health info by and for LGBTQ+ women

Downloadable Resources:

ACON: aSTARTx
A resource for people who are newly diagnosed
ACON: HIV in the NSW Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Population
A report on the healthcare landscape, the HIV gap, and improving access to services
ACON: It's Time to Think Positive About HIV
A practical guide to being a better HIV ally
Ageing and HIV
Factsheet from ACON's LOVE Project
GBQ+ Community Periodic Surveys
Repeated, cross-sectional surveys of gay, bisexual and queer men across Australia
HIV Associated Neurocognitive Disorder
A booklet about HAND
HIV Associated Neurocognitive Disorder
A booklet about HAND for partners, friends and family
HIV in Greater Western Sydney
Tailoring a culturally specific, community-informed response
HIV: What You Need to Know
An information brochure on HIV
HIV: What You Need to Know (AR)
HIV: What You Need to Know (ES)
HIV: What You Need to Know (IN)
HIV: What You Need to Know (PT)
HIV: What You Need to Know (TH)
HIV: What You Need to Know (VI)
HIV: What You Need to Know (ZH)
Living With HIV & Navigating Aged Care
An outline of the aged care health system for older people living with HIV
Us Mob and HIV
A booklet from AFAO

Inclusive Language Guides

ACON: Trans-Affirming Language Guide
A handy language guide from TransHub
AIFS Glossary of Terms
LGBTIQA+ glossary of common terms from the Australian Institute of Family Studies
Australian Government Style Manual - Gender and Sexual Diversity
From the Federal Government's style manual
Creating Inclusive Campaigns
Better practice guide for including trans and gender diverse talent in your campaigns
Guide for Media Reporting on Gender Identity
A language guide for the media
Language Matters
NADA's language guide for AOD reporting
Pride in Prevention Messaging Guide
A guide to support communications and engagement in primary prevention of family violence experienced by LGBTIQ communities
Recovery Oriented Language Guide
A language guide from the Mental Health Coordinating Council
Respecting People of Intersex, Trans and Gender Diverse Experience
National LGBTI Health Alliance language guide
Trauma-Informed Language Tips
A resource from the Mental Health Coordinating Council to strengthen your understanding of trauma-informed language
Words Matter: A guide to talking about the trans people in your life
A downloadable resource from TransHub

Measuring Inclusion

ACON's Pride Inclusion Programs:

ACON's Pride Inclusion Programs
Services to assist employers, sporting organisations and service providers with all aspects of LGBTQ+ inclusion

Pride in Diversity:

Pride in Diversity
Measuring and supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion in Australian workplaces
Australian Workplace Equality Index
Learn more about ACON's free LGBTQ+ benchmarking tools for workplaces

Pride in Health + Wellbeing:

Pride in Health + Wellbeing
Support for organisations within the health, wellbeing and human services sector
Getting Better Audit Tool
This tool assists you to walk through 8 areas of LGBTQ+ inclusive service provision
Health + Wellbeing Equality Index
Learn more about ACON's free LGBTQ+ benchmarking tools for health and wellbeing services
LGBTI Specialisation Verification - Aged Care
Learn how ACON can help you earn your LGBTI Aged Care Specialisation

Pride in Sport:

Pride in Sport
Assisting sporting organisations of all levels with LGBTQ+ inclusion
Pride in Sport Index
Learn more about ACON's free LGBTQ+ benchmarking tools for sporting organisations

Other Resources:

Rainbow Tick
A quality framework to help health and human services organisations become safe and inclusive for the LGBTIQ community
Rainbow Tick Audit Tool
Does your organisation tick all the boxes?
Rainbow Tick Guide to LGBTI Inclusive Practice (2nd edition)
Rainbow Tick's guide to inclusive practice
Yellow Tick
A community-led initiative that assists groups to develop intersex inclusive and affirmative practices for programs, clients and staff

Mental Health

Websites:

HERE
ACON’s digital suicide prevention hub
Trans Vitality
ACON’s resilience-building program for the trans and gender diverse community
WellMob
Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

Downloadable Resources:

ACON: Here for Community Care
ACON's community care and support services
ACON: Here for Suicide Prevention & Aftercare
ACON's suicide prevention and aftercare support service
ACON: LGBTQ+ Inclusive Practice Guidelines
Guidelines for mental health and AOD service providers
Bisexual Mental Health: A Call to Action
A research report on bisexual mental health
Depression and Anxiety Ageing Factsheet
Factsheet from ACON's LOVE Project
From Blues to Rainbows
Research on the mental health and wellbeing of trans young people in Australia
LGBTIQA+ Suicide Postvention Response Plan
A 2020 report from Switchboard
LGBTQ+ Trauma-informed Care
A handy infographic showcasing the principles of LGBTQ+ trauma-informed care
National Mental Health Workforce Strategy 2022-2032
A Federal Government roadmap for a sustainable and skilled mental health workforce
Private Lives 3
Research on the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ people in Australia
Recovery Oriented Language Guide
A language guide from the Mental Health Coordinating Council
Trauma-Informed Language Tips
A resource from the Mental Health Coordinating Council to strengthen your understanding of trauma-informed language
Writing Themselves in 4
Research on the health and wellbeing of LGBTQA+ young people in Australia

Multicultural Resources

Websites:

ACON: Asian Gay Men
ACON's services for gay, bisexual and same sex attracted men from Asian cultural backgrounds
ACON: Western Sydney
ACON's programs and services in the Greater Western Sydney area
Inclusive Communities
Creating safe and inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ people living in Greater Western Sydney
International Student Health Hub
Developed to improve access to sexual and reproductive health information and services for international students
Multicultural HIV & Hepatitis Service
Working with CALD communities in NSW to improve health and wellbeing in relation to HIV and hepatitis
Rainbow Cultures
A directory of LGBTQIA+ multicultural community groups and services in NSW
RISE Project
A Diversity Council of Australia project to build pathways to leadership for women from culturally and racially marginalised backgrounds
The Heartland Project
A unique initiative to connect LGBTQ+ asylum seekers with housemates/hosts in Sydney

Downloadable Resources:

ACON's Multicultural Engagement Plan 2021-2024
ACON's Multicultural Engagement Plan is widely regarded as a best-practice example for supporting multicultural LGBTQ+ communities
Advancing LGBTQ+ Safety and Inclusion
Report on the lived experiences and health needs of sexuality and gender diverse people in Greater Western Sydney
Gay Asian Men Survey
Key findings of the 2021 Gay Asian Men Online Survey
HIV in Greater Western Sydney
Tailoring a culturally specific, community-informed response
Home Is Where Our Story Begins
Experiences of DFV for CALD LGBTQ+ people in Greater Western Sydney
Intersections At Work Report
Understanding the experiences of culturally diverse LGBTQ Talent
Stories Out West
Stories from Western Sydney LGBTQ+ First Nations and culturally and linguistically diverse communities

Regional Resources

Websites:

ACON: Here for Regional NSW
ACON provides outreach to regional areas of NSW and has regional offices in Newcastle and Lismore
Regional Services Map
An interactive map of LGBTQ+ services and community groups across NSW

Downloadable Local Community Info Guides:

Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence (SDFV)

Websites:

Here & Now
Digital resources about trans people and sexual assault
Say It Out Loud
LGBTQ+ relationships, and domestic and family violence
Sexual Violence Consult Service
ACON offers free consultation, training and guidance to services that provide support to LGBTQ+ people who have experienced sexual violence

Downloadable Resources:

Change the Story
A framework for primary prevention of violence against women in Australia
Elder Abuse and Domestic Violence
Factsheet from ACON's LOVE Project
Home Is Where Our Story Begins
Experiences of DFV for CALD LGBTQ+ people in Greater Western Sydney
LGBTQ+ People’s Experiences and Perceptions of Sexual Violence Report
A report on community experiences and perceptions of sexual violence
LGBTQ+ Trauma-informed Care
A handy infographic showcasing the principles of LGBTQ+ trauma-informed care
Pride in Prevention Evidence Guide
A guide to primary prevention of family violence experienced by LGBTIQ communities
Pride in Prevention Messaging Guide
A guide to support communications and engagement in primary prevention of family violence experienced by LGBTIQ communities
Private Lives 3
Research on the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ people in Australia
Say It Out Loud: DFV Checklist
A wallet-sized booklet for people experiencing abuse
Say It Out Loud: Pocket Booklet
A pocket-sized booklet with basic information for LGBTQ+ people experiencing abuse, using abuse or concerned for a loved one
Writing Themselves in 4
Research on the health and wellbeing of LGBTQA+ young people in Australia

Sport

Websites:

Pride in Sport
Best practice for the inclusion of LGBTQ+ people in sport

Downloadable Resources:

HIV & Sport: Myths vs Truths
A factsheet on HIV and sport
Play Well
Australia’s Sport Participation Strategy
PSI Practice Points 2023
Key insights of the 2023 PSI national survey
Social Media & Issues Management in Sport
Preparing for and responding to discussions surrounding LGBTQ+ people in sport
The Future of Australian Sport
Megatrends shaping the sport sector over coming decades
The Australian Physical Literacy Framework
Refocusing on the fundamental skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to lead healthy, active lives
The Impact of Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy on Physical Performance
This narrative review examines the impact of gender-affirming hormone therapy on physical performance, muscle strength, and markers of endurance
Trans & Gender Diverse Community Sport Guidelines
Guidelines for the inclusion of transgender and gender diverse people in sport
Trans & Gender Diverse High Performance Sport Guidelines
Transgender & gender diverse inclusion guidelines for high performance sport
Understanding and Reducing Homophobic Language in Male Youth Team Sport
Examining the frequent use of homophobic language in sport settings
Win Well: 2032+
Australia's high performance sport strategy

Trans and Gender Diverse

Websites:

AusPATH
The national peak body for trans health
I AM ME Foundation
Financial grants for trans people accessing gender affirmation
The Gender Centre
Services and Support for the trans community in NSW
Transcend Australia
Supporting, affirming and celebrating trans and gender diverse children and their families
TransHub
ACON’s digital information platform for all trans and gender diverse people
Trans Pride Australia (TPA)
A not-for-profit organisation that provides social support for trans and gender diverse people and their loved ones in Australia
Trans Vitality
ACON’s resilience-building program for the trans and gender diverse community

Clinics and Services:

TransHub Doctor List
A list of trans-inclusive and gender-affirming doctors and services across Australia
True Colours Trans and Gender Diverse Health Service
A specialist service for trans and gender diverse people in the Sydney metro area
Maple Leaf House
A specialist service in the Hunter New England region
Sydney Children's Hospital Network Trans and Gender Diverse Service
For young people under 16

TransHub Downloads:

Other Resources:

ACON: Trans and Gender Diverse Health Blueprint
Improving the health and wellbeing of trans communities in NSW
Australian Informed Consent Standards of Care for Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy
AusPATH Standards of Care for health practitioners
Australian Trans and Gender Diverse Sexual Health Survey (2018)
A survey with one of the largest samples of trans and gender diverse people collected in Australia
Conversations for Trans Justice
A guide for trans people, our loved ones, and allies
Creating Inclusive Campaigns
Better practice guide for including trans and gender diverse talent in your campaigns
From Blues to Rainbows
Research on the mental health and wellbeing of trans young people in Australia
Griffith University: Gender Affirmation Guide
Guidelines for supporting gender affirmation for staff and students
QLife: Gender Diversity
A QLife guide for health professionals
Reports on Gender: The Law of Inclusion & Practices of Exclusion
A UNHRC report that affirms inclusion from a human rights perspective and calls out “practices of exclusion”
TGD Patients: Providing Holistic Care in General Practice
An article pubished in Medicine Today
The Anti-Trans Disinformation Handbook
A handbook for media, civil society, and Governments for combating anti-trans disinformation
Trans@Work
A guide for trans and gender diverse employees, their employers, and colleagues
Trans and Gender Diverse Recruitment Fact Sheet #1
Silent Discrimination: How employers who cease contact with trans and gender diverse applicants fail in diversity and inclusion
Trans and Gender Diverse Recruitment Fact Sheet #2
Non-Inclusive Interviews: When processes and language prevent trans and gender diverse applicants seeing themselves in your business
Trans and Gender Diverse Recruitment Fact Sheet #3
Identity denied: Navigating name/document changes with gender information collection and privacy in applications
Trans and Gender Diverse Services Guide
A guide from UTS Centre for Social Justice & Inclusion
Transgender Children and Medical Treatment: The Law
A guide from Inner City Legal Centre
VAC: Policy and Practice Recommendations
Guidelines for AOD services supporting the trans and gender diverse community
You, Me, and Them
Understanding Employees’ Use of Trans-Affirming Language within the Workplace

Women

Websites:

ACON: Here for Women Website
ACON's women's services
DocList Women's Resources
Resources to help lesbian, bi and queer women connect
RISE Project
A Diversity Council of Australia project to build pathways to leadership for women from culturally and racially marginalised backgrounds
Word on the Sheets
Sexual health info by and for LGBTQ+ women

Downloadable Resources:

ACON: Here for Women
ACON's women's services
As Women We Can
Brochure for women in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven
Change the Story
A framework for primary prevention of violence against women in Australia
SWASH Report (2020)
Women in contact with the Sydney LGBTIQ communities

Workplaces

Websites:

Pride in Diversity
Measuring and supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion in Australian workplaces

Downloadable Resources:

2024 AWEI Practice Points
Key insights and data analysis of the 2024 Australian Workplace Equality Index
Being Seen
A Spotlight on Bi+ Inclusion in the Workplace
Improving the wellbeing of LGBTQ+ employees
Do workplace diversity training and ally networks make a difference?
Inclusive Language and Well-Being at Work Among Transgender Employees
This report provides evidence of the positive effects of exposure to inclusive language on trans employees’ well-being
Intersections at Work
Understanding the Experiences of Culturally Diverse LGBTQ Talent at Work
The Road Less Travelled
Using Administrative Data to Understand Inequalities by Sexual Orientation
Trans and Gender Diverse Recruitment Fact Sheet #1
Silent Discrimination: How employers who cease contact with trans and gender diverse applicants fail in diversity and inclusion
Trans and Gender Diverse Recruitment Fact Sheet #2
Non-Inclusive Interviews: When processes and language prevent trans and gender diverse applicants seeing themselves in your business
Trans and Gender Diverse Recruitment Fact Sheet #3
Identity denied: Navigating name/document changes with gender information collection and privacy in applications
Workplace Sexual Harassment Report
A Report on Workplace-Sexual Harassment Among LGBTQ+ and Non-LGBTQ+ Employees
You, Me, and Them
Understanding Employees’ Use of Trans‑Affirming Language within the Workplace

Miscellaneous Resources

Reports and Research:

ACON: Guidance for Hosting LGBTQ+ Events Safely
ACON has developed a useful guide for planning LGBTQ+ community events safely
ACON: Guidance for Hosting LGBTQ+ Events Safely for Local Councils
ACON has developed this guide to help support local councils in your important work to affirm and celebrate LGBTQ+ communities in your local area
ACON: Policy Statements and Submissions
Browse position papers, evidence briefs, discussion papers and more from ACON's Policy and Research team.
Advancing LGBTQ+ Safety and Inclusion
A report on community needs in Greater Western Sydney
Anti-Discrimination Board NSW: Homosexual Discrimination
Factsheet on sexuality-based discrimination in NSW
Anti-Discrimination Board NSW: Transgender Discrimination
Factsheet on trans and gender diverse discrimination in NSW
Being Seen: A Spotlight on Bi+ Inclusion In The Workplace
A report from ACON's Pride in Diversity
Dealing with Resistance and Backlash to D&I
An excellent publication by the Diversity Council of Australia
Darlington Statement
A joint statement by Australia and New Zealand Intersex community organisations and advocates
InterAction
The leading national body for the Intersex community
Lateral Violence and Microaggressions in the LGBTQ Community
A report on how discrimination can manifest within the LGBTQ community itself
LGBTI-Inclusive Risk Management
A report on providing cultural safety
National Action Plan for the Health and Wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ People
This action plan outlines Australia’s national approach to improving the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ people from 2025 to 2035
Private Lives 3
Research on the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ people in Australia
Responding to Hate
This leaflet gives a helpful overview of hate and bystander interventions for community members and allies alike
Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Intersex Status Discrimination
A factsheet from the Australian Human Rights Commission
Writing Themselves in 4
Research on the health and wellbeing of LGBTQA+ young people in Australia