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Information & support

For you. Or someone you care about.

Browse by reader, by topic, or both. The groups overlap—you do not have to fit one label.

A starting point, not a diagnosis.

These are independent information and support providers, not AGC services. Check their current eligibility, availability and any fees.

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15 resources

Minus18

Coming out, at your own pace

Questions to consider before coming out, finding support and choosing what feels right for you. There is no pressure to come out.

For: Young people; Everyone & people questioning

Coverage
Australian youth-focused information
Before you use it
An online guide, not an individual support or emergency service.
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headspace

Support for young people

An introduction to support for mental health, physical health, work and study, including talking about sexuality or gender.

For: Young people; Families, friends & allies

Coverage
Australia · services for ages 12–25
Before you use it
Families and friends can also find information. Check the chosen service’s access, appointments and any costs.
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TransHub · ACON

Understanding gender & finding care

Information on gender, wellbeing, affirmation and rights, with separate guidance for trans people, loved ones and health professionals.

For: Trans & gender-diverse people; Families, friends & allies; Educators & support workers

Coverage
Australian information · check your state or territory
Before you use it
Includes medical and sexual-health education. Read age and access requirements for any linked service; this is not a treatment recommendation.
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ACON

Health information for LGBTQ+ women

Health information and routes to support for lesbian, bisexual and queer women, including cis and trans women.

For: Lesbian & queer women; Bisexual & pansexual people; Trans & gender-diverse people

Coverage
Online information · services mainly in NSW
Before you use it
Includes sexual and reproductive health education. Check location, eligibility, appointments and costs with each service.
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ACON

Health information for gay & bisexual men

Health information for gay, bisexual and same-sex-attracted men, with information about HIV and available support.

For: Gay & queer men; Bisexual & pansexual people

Coverage
Online information · services mainly in NSW
Before you use it
Includes sexual-health education. Service availability and eligibility vary; check with the provider.
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Bi+ Australia

Understanding bisexuality & pansexuality

An education hub about attraction to more than one gender, with questions and answers, resources and learning options.

For: Bisexual & pansexual people; Everyone & people questioning; Families, friends & allies; Educators & support workers

Coverage
Australian online information
Before you use it
Browse the information hub; check any course costs or service conditions separately.
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InterLink

Information about counselling and peer-supported conversations for people with innate variations of sex characteristics and their families.

For: Intersex people; Families, friends & allies

Coverage
Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand
Before you use it
Check current intake, session arrangements and suitability directly with InterLink. Not an emergency service listing.
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Ace & Aro Collective AU

Asexuality & aromanticism explained

Community-created educational resources about asexual and aromantic experiences, for people exploring their identity and those supporting them.

For: Asexual & aromantic people; Everyone & people questioning; Families, friends & allies; Educators & support workers

Coverage
Australian online resources
Before you use it
Includes downloadable educational resources. Not a counselling service.
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Minus18

When someone comes out to you

Guides and family perspectives on listening, learning and supporting someone who shares their sexuality or gender with you.

For: Families, friends & allies; Educators & support workers; Young people

Coverage
Australian online information
Before you use it
For parents, friends, teachers and other supporters. Articles and videos, not personal counselling.
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Black Rainbow

First Nations community knowledge

Research and resources on the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQIASB+ people.

For: Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people; Educators & support workers

Coverage
Australia · Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Before you use it
Research and information, not an appointment or crisis-support channel.
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Rainbow Cultures

Culture, language & community support

A directory of multicultural and multilingual LGBTQIA+ groups and services, focused on NSW with some wider Australian listings.

For: Multicultural communities; Families, friends & allies

Coverage
NSW-focused directory · some Australian coverage
Before you use it
Check languages, locations, age requirements and current availability with the listed service.
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LGBTIQ+ Health Australia

Community health & disability resources

A library of community health resources and webinars, with topics including disability, mental wellbeing, intersex experiences and ageing.

For: Everyone & people questioning; People with disability; Older people & carers; Intersex people; Educators & support workers

Coverage
Australian information library
Before you use it
Some material is aimed at workers or discusses research. It is not an individual health assessment or NDIS application service.
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Silver Rainbow · LGBTIQ+ Health Australia

Understanding inclusive aged care

Resources on inclusive care for older LGBTI people, designed primarily for aged-care workers, organisations and advocates.

For: Older people & carers; Families, friends & allies; Educators & support workers

Coverage
Australia · ageing and aged-care education
Before you use it
A learning resource, not an aged-care placement or personal care service. Check any training fees with the provider.
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eSafety Commissioner

Help with online safety

Information for LGBTIQ+ people on online harm, privacy and reporting options, with links to further guidance.

For: All readers

Coverage
Australia · government information
Before you use it
Different reporting pathways have different requirements. Follow eSafety’s guidance for your situation; this is not emergency help.
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QLife

Find more community support

Community resources and QDirectory links to find LGBTQIA+ services, support and information.

For: Everyone & people questioning

Coverage
Australian resource directory
Before you use it
Eligibility, hours and costs belong to the individual listed services. This link opens a resource page, not a live support conversation.
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