By My Aged Care This resource provides information to support ageing LGBTI people to access aged care that affirms who they are, understands their needs and supports their health and wellbeing. Developed by My Aged Care, the resource explains how to find inclusive aged care providers, understand your rights, and access services that respect your […]
By Department of Health, Disability and Ageing This guide helps lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender-diverse, and intersex (LGBTI) elders express their needs, preferences and rights when accessing aged care services. Developed by the Australian Government, it empowers older LGBTI people to advocate for respectful, inclusive and person-centred care while helping them understand what to […]
By Headspace This resource provides information on supporting young people through separation and divorce following the breakdown of a relationship between parents or primary carers. It explores how family separation can affect children and young people emotionally, socially and practically, while offering guidance on maintaining routines, encouraging open communication and helping young people feel safe, […]
By Australian Breastfeeding Association
By Gidget Foundation Australia Postpartum depression (PPD) is a challenging and often isolating experience that can affect any new parent, including parents in the LGBTQIA+ community. This guide explores the unique experiences that may contribute to perinatal mental health challenges for rainbow families, including the emotional and practical complexities of family building, navigating healthcare systems […]
By Victorian Equal Opportunity Commission in collaboration with the Raising Children Network Talking with your child about sexuality and gender can feel daunting, but open, supportive conversations can make a profound difference to a young person’s wellbeing. Developed by the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission in partnership with Raising Children Network, this guide […]
By Justice Connect Understanding your rights is an important part of creating safe, inclusive and supportive school experiences for trans and gender diverse young people. This fact sheet from Justice Connect explains the legal protections that apply in Victorian schools, helping students, parents and carers navigate common situations with confidence. It covers topics including school […]
By Victorian Inclusion Agency This practical checklist helps early childhood education and care services create welcoming, inclusive environments where every family feels seen, respected and valued. Designed to support reflection and continuous improvement, it encourages educators and leaders to assess their current practices, identify opportunities for greater inclusion, and build confidence in supporting rainbow families […]
By Trans Fertility Co. Trans Fertility Co. was created by trans community members to make the world of fertility easier to understand and navigate. This library includes articles on trans healthcare and fertility treatment. Note: This is an American resource.
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Rainbow Families is based on the lands of the Yaluk-ut Weelam clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We acknowledge that our work takes place on lands that are under colonial occupation and that sovereignty has never been ceded. We hope to pay our deepest respects to Boon Wurrung elders, past and present, and wish to extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People across this Country we know as Australia.