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Today, as we observe World Day for Safety and Health at Work, let’s remember that true workplace safety isn’t just about physical well-being—it’s about psychological safety, inclusion, and equity for everyone. A truly safe workplace is one where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are not just values, but priorities. This means fostering environments where all…
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Today is World Day of Social Justice and we are celebrating by highlighting the important work done by our friends and allies in the social justice space. We acknowledge the work of these fine organisations and are proud to take a moment to shine a light on the awesome work they do! We chose just…
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On 19 December 2024, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has released a first estimate on the size and characteristics of LGBTI+ populations in Australia.
We elcome the launch of the National Action Plan for the Health and Wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ People 2025-2035. The plan marks a significant step forward in ensuring the health and wellbeing of individuals with innate variations of sex characteristics (IVSC) across Australia.
As we commemorate Human Rights Day on December 10, 2024, let us embrace the truth that intersex rights are human rights.
Congratulations to Tony Briffa! Winner of the President’s Award at the Thorne Harbour Health Awards 2024.
Reflecting on Intersex Awareness Day 2024, it was a vibrant and meaningful celebration filled with various activities that highlighted the importance of intersex rights and community. Throughout the week, a series of events were organised to foster understanding, support, advocacy… and to celebrate!
In a vibrant mural created by artist Elsa Velasco in Barcelona, champions of pride, human rights, and equality take centre stage. Elsa described the commission as “heartwarming”, allowing her to paint community members she admires and share the artwork with the people of Barberà. Featured Figures: Audre Lorde and Frances Louise-Clayton (Red Panel): Audre Lorde,…
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Intersex Human Rights Australia extends heartfelt gratitude to Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher for her exceptional tenure as President of the Australian Human Rights Commission. Over seven years, President Croucher’s tireless efforts have left an indelible mark on human rights advocacy. During her tenure, President Croucher championed critical initiatives, including the release of reports addressing gender…
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We reflect on a remarkable first year since Bonnie Hart introduced the innovative InterLink psychosocial support service to IHRA. InterLink has evolved to offer both individual and group counselling to people with an IVSC of any age, their parents and carers from throughout Australia and Aotearoa/New Zealand. In addition, InterLink helps connect people with information,…
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Announcement: A multi-institutional research team has been awarded $5M in federal government funding to help create a safer and better future for people with innate variations in sex characteristics (IVSC).
IHRA has recently made a first pre-budget submission to Treasury, proposing the funding of a health service for people with innate variations of sex characteristics.
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