Day: May 1, 2024

May 01
University of Auckland Seeks Rainbow Community Insights on End-of-Life Care

Researchers from the University of Auckland’s School of Nursing, Dr. Lisa Williams and Dr. Tess Moeke-Maxwell, are seeking participants from the older Rainbow community to contribute to a study on palliative and end-of-life care, including perspectives on assisted dying. This initiative aims to enhance the understanding and support available for LGBTQIA+ individuals during the later […]

May 01
Queensland Updates Hate Crime Laws & Expands LGBTQ+ Protections

The Australian State of Queensland has extended its legal protections against hate crimes, updating the law by introducing stricter penalties for offences motivated by deep-seated hatred or serious contempt towards individuals based on their sexuality, gender identity, sex characteristics, race, or religion. For the first time, the legislation now includes specific protections for non-binary and […]