There is very little locally-specific information and guidance available for services that work with young people on how best to support someone who is both Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and identifies as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Asexual or other (LGBTQA+). This means that young people (14-25 years) who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and LGBTQA+ may not receive the same level of health care as other members of the community.

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Young people who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and LGBTQA+ may be at increased risk of poor social emotional wellbeing and increased mental health difficulties, although there is very little research currently.

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We want to work with local health services to develop interventions that Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander LGBTQA+ young people say will support them.

If you’re interested in getting involved, so that your service can learn how to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander LGBTQA+ young people’s mental health and wellbeing in appropriate and effective ways, please get in contact with us at:

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Email: Rainbow.Knowledge@telethonkids.org.au

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Phone: (08) 6319 1062

 

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