Matrix Guild Victoria – Support for Lesbians Aged 40+
Matrix Guild Victoria is a charitable organisation dedicated to improving the health, wellbeing, housing and quality of life of lesbians aged 40 and over. Founded in 1992 by lesbian feminists, the organisation advocates for the rights and needs of older lesbians, working to ensure they can age with dignity, safety and connection.
Matrix Guild raises awareness of the unique experiences of older lesbians in areas such as aged care, housing, health and home-based support. Through advocacy, research, education and partnerships with governments and service providers, the organisation works to improve lesbian-inclusive services and challenge ageism, discrimination and social isolation.
The organisation also provides social housing for older lesbians experiencing financial disadvantage, a volunteer visitor program to support women who are isolated, regular social events, publications and opportunities to connect with other lesbians through membership and community activities. By fostering connection, advocacy and practical support, Matrix Guild helps older lesbians remain visible, valued and supported throughout later life.
Popular Resources
Inclusive aged care support for LGBTQIA+ people
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 […]
Actions to Support LGBTI Elders: a Guide for Consumers
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 […]
Supporting young people through parental separation
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, […]
Minus18 Discord: A Safe Online Community for LGBTQIA+ Teens
By Minus18 The Minus18 Discord server is a safe, moderated online community for LGBTQIA+ young people aged 13 to 19. The server offers a welcoming space to make new friends, play games, share stories, ask questions and simply hang out with other young people who understand and celebrate diverse identities. Moderated by the Minus18 team, […]
Co-Feeding and Induced Lactation for Transgender Parents
By Australian Breastfeeding Association
Queer Couples Archives – Australian Birth Stories podcast
By Australian Birth Stories This collection of Australian Birth Stories podcast episodes features the unique pregnancy, birth and early parenting experiences of queer couples, told in their own words by the birth parent. Each episode offers an honest and deeply personal insight into the diverse pathways to parenthood, including donor conception, IVF, fertility treatment, pregnancy, […]
Navigating NDIS disability services with LGBTIQA+ families
By Raising Children Network This webpage provides information on seeking and accessing National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) support as an LGBTQIA+ family. It explores the unique experiences LGBTQIA+ people may face when navigating disability services, including finding inclusive providers, advocating for respectful and affirming care, and understanding your rights. The resource offers practical guidance on […]
Millie’s story: Navigating conception and parenthood as an LGBTQIA+ parent
By Gidget Foundation Australia In this podcast episode, Millie speaks candidly about her personal journey through partnership, conception, pregnancy, birth and parenthood as an LGBTQIA+ parent. With humour, honesty and vulnerability, she shares the emotional realities of family building, including miscarriage, medical stigma and anxiety so overwhelming it left her paralysed by fear. Joined by […]
Disclaimer
Resource Info
Help us grow the Hub
Submit a resource, event or service to be featured on this hub and help other LGBTQIA+ parents and carers find support.
