By YSAS, Odyssey House Victoria and Drummond Street Services The Zone is a free, inclusive alcohol and other drugs (AOD) support program for young people aged 12–25 and their families. Delivered in partnership by YSAS, Odyssey House Victoria and Drummond Street Services, the program provides specialist support for LGBTQIA+, African and Pasifika young people through […]
By Drummond Street Services (in)Visible is a free, community-led program from Drummond Street Services created by and for young queer, trans and intersex people of colour (QTIPOC) aged 16–25. Designed for young people from culturally, ethnically and religiously diverse backgrounds, the program recognises that identity is intersectional and provides a welcoming space where participants can […]
By Drummond Street Services Queerspace Youth is a free, peer-led program from Drummond Street Services designed for LGBTQIA+ young people aged 16–25, including those who are queer, trans, intersex, gender diverse or questioning their identity. The program provides a welcoming, affirming space where young people can connect with others who share similar experiences, build friendships […]
By Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) Gender Service provides specialist, family-centred care for children and adolescents who are trans or gender diverse. The service supports the physical and mental health and wellbeing of young people, recognising that being trans or gender diverse is part of the natural spectrum of human diversity. […]
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 Jacqui Tomlins Whether you’re just starting your family-building journey or navigating school, adolescence or everyday parenting, this resource brings together the lived experience and collective wisdom of Australia’s rainbow family community. Partially funded by Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority (VARTA) and published in 2015, the resource kit for Rainbow Families shares practical advice, real […]
By Student Wellbeing Hub/Framework The Student Wellbeing Hub is an Australian Government initiative developed by Education Services Australia to support student wellbeing, safety and positive relationships in schools. Working with educators, researchers, wellbeing experts and industry partners, the Hub provides evidence-based resources that help schools create inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive. Built […]
By Steff Fenton Steff is a pastor, author and speaker who happens to be transgender. They have put together resources and written a book titled ‘gender expansive faith’. This can be helpful for religious families who have transgender family members.
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.
By Transcend Relationships should be fun, and exciting. They should affirm you and make you feel good about yourself. In a healthy relationship, you should feel safe to talk about the topics covered in this guide. Developed by Transcend Australia, this is relevant for people entering and re-entering dating.
By Raising Children Network Social and emotional support from friends and family is one of the most important ways that all parents and families get a sense of belonging. Parents and families also feel that they belong when they’re part of a supportive neighbourhood network or can get involved in the community – for example, by […]
Minus18This national organisation supports LGBTIQA+ young people by raising awareness and providing education and peer programs. They run digital workshops for teachers and school staff, so you can support your LGBTQIA+ students and their families.
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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.