Culturally diverse LGBTQIA+ support services and groups

Community organisation that organises regular social events and advocates for the rights and inclusion of multicultural and multifaith LGBTQIA+ communities.

Visit the Australian GLBTIQ Multicultural Council (AGMC) website for more information.

Volunteer-led organisation connecting gender minorities and queer-centric identities of the Korean diaspora.

Visit the ALL website for more information.

Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of the LGBTQIA+ community in the Chinese diaspora.

Visit the ANTRA website for more information.

Refugee-led organisation supporting LGBTQIA+ refugees and migrants to settle and belong in Australia. FDPN works to build the capacity of LGBTQIA+ forcibly displaced people, as well as the services that support them.

Visit the FDPN website for more information.

Social network for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who identify as LGBTQIA+SB (sistergirl and brotherboy). Also advocates for better mental health and suicide prevention.

Visit the Black Rainbow group page on Facebook for details.

A-Men Sydney

Online social group for gay Asian men living in Sydney. Their online magazine explores art, sexuality and cultural identity.

Visit A-Men’s group page on Facebook for details.

Asian Gay Men's Project

Programs, workshops, resources and events provided by ACON for gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men (GBMSM) from Asian cultural backgrounds.

Visit the Asian Gay Men's Project website for more information.

Dayenu Sydney

Provides support, resources and social activities for Jewish LGBTQIA+ people in Sydney and their friends and family.

Visit Dayenu’s group page on Facebook for details.

Trikone Australasia

Shares resources and holds events for LGBTQIA+ South Asians living in Sydney.

Visit Trikone Australasia’s website for more information.

Sydney Queer Muslims

Provides a safe space for LGBTQIA+ Muslims to connect and express and/or come to terms with their faith and sexuality.

Visit the Sydney Queer Muslims website for more information.

Asylum Seekers Centre (ASC) LGBTIQ Community Support 

Anonymous, peer-led support group for LGBTQIA+ people seeking asylum and living in New South Wales. The ASC also offers:

• information about LGBTQIA+-friendly lawyers, health professionals, caseworkers and employment services

• referrals to housing providers, counsellors and other assistance

• free community and social events.

Visit the Asylum Seekers Centre website for more information, or email lgbtiqpeersupport@asylumseekerscentre.org.au. 

Friends and Family of Brown Gays, Lesbians, Trans and Queer+ people (FOBGAYS+)

Community organisation that connects LGBTQIA+ South Asian people living in New South Wales.

Visit the FOBGAYS+ group page on Facebook for details.

Oceania Rainbow Network

Pacific Sex & Gender Diverse Support Group in Sydney supporting Akavaʻine, Faʻafafine, Fafafine, Fakaleiti, Vaka sa lewa lewa and Whakawahine.

Visit the Oceania Rainbow Network group page on Facebook for details.

SheQu

Not-for-profit organisation empowering LGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds through health, advocacy and financial literacy workshops, and events that foster social connection.

Visit the SheQu group page on Facebook for details.

Third Queer Culture

Peer support group for LGBTQIA+ people from diverse refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds (supported by Pride Australia and QPASTT ).

Visit the Third Queer Culture website for more information, or email thirdqueerculture@gmail.com.

Multicultural Pride

Peer support group run by Open Doors Youth Service and Multicultural Australia for LGBTQIA+ young people aged 12–24 from culturally diverse backgrounds. Located in Brisbane.

Visit the Say It Out Loud website for more information.

Gayawur Rainbow

Provides a wide range of services designed to support the wellbeing of LGBTQIA+SB (sistergirl and brotherboy) communities, including:

• peer-led groups, counselling and resources to help individuals navigate mental health challenges

• dedicated areas for LGBTQIA+SB individuals to meet, share experiences and build community 

• peer networks connecting people in rural and regional areas with trusted community connectors. 

Visit the QC website to learn more about Gayawur Rainbow. To access their services, request a callback from a member of the team by filling out your details online.

(in)visible

Community-driven peer-led program developed by and for young queer, trans and intersex people of colour living in Melbourne. Provides regular workshops and events, warm referrals to counselling or specialist support services, and community engagement opportunities.

Visit the (in)visible group page on Facebook for details, or call 03 9663 6733.

Yellow Kitties

Hosts fun events for Asian LGBTQIA+ women, such as badminton, rock climbing, karaoke, and anime and movie marathons.

Visit the Yellow Kitties website for more information, or email enquiries@yellowkitties.org.

Helem Melbourne

Connects LGBTQIA+ people from Arab communities in Melbourne.  

Visit the Helem Melbourne group page on Facebook for details.

Aleph Melbourne

Connects LGBTQIA+ people of Jewish heritage in Melbourne.  

Visit the Aleph Melbourne website for more information, or call 0417 595 541.

SpringOUT

Annual cultural festival that celebrates the diversity within LGBTQIA+ communities.

Visit the SpringOUT website for more information.

Sisters and Brothers NT

Advocacy and support group for people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality in the Northern Territory.

Visit the Sisters and Brothers NT group page on Facebook for details.

Unidos

Free counselling, information and resources for LGBTQIA+ people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Visit the Unidos website for more information, or call 08 8245 8110.

Feast Festival

South Australia’s largest LGBTQIA+ cultural festival, attracting performers and visitors from across the globe.

Visit the Feast Festival website for more information.

Rainbow Family Tree

Digital storytelling community comprised of LGBTQIA+ individuals who creatively explore their multiple identities.

Visit the Rainbow Family Tree group page on Facebook for details.

OUTspace

Peer support group for LGBTQIA+ young people based in Hobart.

Visit the OUTspace website for more information.

First Peoples Rainbow Mob WA

Not-for-profit organisation offering crisis housing advocacy, legal advocacy, referrals and emergency support to LGBTQIA+ mob.

Visit the First Peoples Rainbow Mob WA website for more information.

PRIDEFEST

An annual performance and arts event highlighting diverse voices within Perth’s LGBTQIA+ community.

Visit the Pride WA website for more information.