Working It Out
(WIO) is a state wide community based organisation and the only organisation in Tasmania specifically aimed at supporting the interests of people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex (LGBTI).
South - 6231 1200
North - 6334 4013
Northwest - 6432 3643
Tasmanian Council on AIDS, Hepatitis
and Related Diseases (TasCAHRD):
Call Hobart on (03) 6234 1242
AIDS Hepatitis and Related Diseases Support Line: 1800 005 900
Gender and Sexuality Support Line: 1800 633 900
Website: www.tascahrd.org.au
Rodney Croome . gay advocate
Twenty 10 is an organisation for young (under 26) gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, same-sex attracted and gender-questioning people who are having problems at home or have recently become homeless.
We understand how important it is to live somewhere that is safe and supportive, and to be independent. At different times, for different reasons, this might seem difficult to achieve. Twenty10 is committed to working with you to deal with issues that may be causing you concern or distress.
Welcome to Pinkbooks!
Pinkbooks is a specialist site for books and resources about gay and lesbian teenagers and young people. Gay books and lesbian books can be hard for gay teens to find- by providing links and information, Pinkbooks aims to make it easier for gay and lesbian youth to see their lives reflected in the literature they read.
What is coming out?
Telling someone you are lesbian or gay is called coming out. Someone who hasn't come out is referred to as being in the closet.
Coming out describes two different but related actions. First, it is the process of accepting and dealing with your own sexuality; and second, it is telling other people who are important to you about it.
The process of coming out to yourself often involves reviewing everything you have been taught about sex, relationships and your future
Self-Recognition as Gay
More than just an awareness of attraction to members of the same sex, it involves confusion, some attempt at denial and repression of feelings, anxiety, trying to "pass," counseling, and often religious commitment to "overcome" sexuality. Eventually, acknowledgment and acceptance of one's sexual orientation develops. There may be some grief over "the fall from paradise" and feelings of loss of a traditional heterosexual life.
Gay and lesbian people may be fairly closeted at this point. However, most seek out information about being gay.
Provides information on coming out of the closet and transitioning to an openly gay lifestyle.
Sexuality and coming out
Sexuality refers to your sexual orientation or your sexual preference for people of the same or opposite sex. Sometimes it is difficult to work out whether you are attracted to someone of the same sex. Feeling confused is not unusual and you are not alone.
Coming Out Australia is a community focused website to provide information, resources and interactive activities for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people about "Coming Out"
It is also for heterosexual people who are curious and want to understand more about coming out.
New Zealand research has highlighted that schools are often unsafe environments for young people who are, or perceived to be transgender, bisexual, takataapui, gay, fa’afafine, lesbian, or intersex. Anyone seen as differing to the heterosexual norm is potentially a target for abuse and discrimination.
This resource provides information and strategies to assist schools in enhancing their environments to be inclusive of sexuality and gender diversity. The rationale is that all students should be able to actively participate and reach their potential within the school environment
Rainbow Youth is an Auckland based Queer*/GLBTTFI** Youth Organisation. Run by Youth for Youth.
We provide support in the form of youth groups and a wide network of professional support, advocacy and resources. We have our own library of books and DVDs as well as other teaching materials.
We present our "Affirming Diversity" Workshops in schools and organisations throughout Auckland
Hepatitis means “inflammation of the liver”. Inflammation usually means “swelling, heat and redness”. So basically, hepatitis occurs when something has made your liver ‘sick’.
The things that can cause hepatitis include alcohol, chemicals (including some drugs), and viruses.
Hepatitis C is caused by a virus, called the hepatitis C virus, or HCV (or hep C for short).
Hepatitis C is a blood borne virus, meaning it lives in blood and is passed on when blood with hepatitis C in it gets into the blood stream of another person http://www.hspace.org.au/what_is_hep.htm
Family Planning Tasmania:
Hobart Ph: (03) 6228 5244 (clinic), (03) 6228 5422 (education)
Launceston Ph: (03) 6343 4566, NW Ph: (03) 6431 7692
Health Hotline (free call): 1800 007 119 from 9.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday
Email: info@fpt.asn.au Website: http://www.fpt.asn.au/
Gay Info Line:
24hour 5 minute recorded message service funded by GLC Inc. Phone (03) 6234 8179
Gay and Lesbian Community Centre (GLC):
Contact Tracey on 62313212 or email: glcgeneral@glctas.org or www.glctas.org
Hobart Women’s Health Centre:
25 Lefroy Street, North Hobart, Ph. 6231 3212, Email: info@hwhc.com.au Website: www.hwhc.com.au
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays):
Contact Els - 62342372 or email: pflagtas@yahoo.com.au
Police Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Liaison
Contact if police treatment of GLBT people is inappropriate not for the initial reporting of the crime.
Available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Hobart Phone: (03) 6230 2111
Launceston: (03) 6336 7000
North West: (03) 6434 5211
S.A.F.E:
Spirituality And Faith Exploration, meet fortnightly for LGBTI people who wish to explore their spirituality,
email: safetas@gmail.com
Sexual Health Branch:
Freecall 1800 675 859, Launceston: (03) 6336 2216, Burnie: (03) 6434 6315, Devonport: (03) 6421 7759 or
Tasmanian Gay and Lesbian Rights Group (TGLRG):
Call Hobart on 6224 3556 or www.tglrg.org
Pride Festival 2009
TasPride will include 15-20 events accross the sate ranging in size from 50 to 1,000 capacities which aim to appeal to the entire GLBTI community and their supporters. The TasPride Committee will present several parties, a variety night, historical tour, films and a picnic day
Cassie Male Youth Health
Abbie Ford Social Worker
Healthy Community Project 5
Portland Court
St Helens, Tas, 7216
Phone: 0363765245
Mobile: 0400052511
Fax: 0363765240
The Gay and Lesbian Switchboard operates Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 6-10pm, Wednesday 2- 10 pm, and Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6-9pm
Tasmanian and regional callers: 1800 184 527.
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