LGBTQIA+
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Housing Futures Essay The subject of ‘inclusion health’ has gained increasing prominence in both homelessness and health policy discourses across…
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All forms of gender affirmation were positively associated with the wellbeing of trans young people. Though young people who had socially affirmed their gender faced higher likelihoods of experiencing verbal harassment and homelessness, this is likely linked to their increased visibility and subsequent vulnerability to discrimination. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to address transphobia and discrimination. A comprehensive approach to supporting the wellbeing of trans young people should include legal, medical, and social affirmation, as well as addressing potential negative outcomes via societal education.
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National Seniors Australia (NSA) is committed to advocating on behalf of all older Australians. NSA recognises older Australians are a diverse group of people, and two aspects of that diversity are gender and sexual orientation. This research involves the voices of over 4,000 persons who identify as LGBTQI+ . The report highlights the prominent topics mentioned by LGBT respondents in their survey comments. These were twofold: the problem of discrimination, especially in aged care contexts, and a desire for greater recognition, acceptance and understanding.
