Community Contacts Community Groups ACON Global leader in community health, inclusion and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders AIDS Trust of Australia National charity for the HIV/AIDS sector Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome Support Group of Australia Peer support, information and advocacy for intersex people and their families Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations Peak non-government organisations representing responses to HIV/AIDS Australian Queer Students' Network Network for queer students to organise and collaborate, gain and distribute resources, and make contacts and connections that will activate their education Bobby Goldsmith Foundation Not for profit organisation helping people living with HIV to thrive Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby Protects and promotes lesbian and gay rights in NSW and internationally Inner City Legal Centre Not for profit community based legal centre serving the LGBTIQ community since 1980 Intersex Human Rights Australia IHRA - formerly known as OII Australia, peak organisation for intersex people in Australia PFlag Support for the parents, family and friends of lesbians and gays Positive Life Peak organisation for people living with HIV/AIDS in NSW Pride History Group Volunteer community group dedicated to researching and recording Sydney's LGBTIQ history QLife Support, advocacy, referral and counselling for people with gender issues Rainbow Babies and Kids NSW based social and support group Rainbow Cultures An online directory of groups and services for culturally and linguistically diverse LGBTIA+ people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities Rainbow Families An inclusive community that supports, empowers and celebrates its LGBTIQA+ Rainbow Families Summer Hill Rainbow Crossing Permanent Rainbow crossing at Summer Hill's Lackey Street Piazza for chalking messages of rainbow love Sydney Gay and Lesbian Business Association Not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the professional support and development of Sydney LGBTIQ community Sydney Bi+ Network Volunteer-run organisation dedicated to improving the well-being of bi+ people across Sydney The Gender Centre Support, advocacy, referral and counselling for people with gender issues The Women's Library Created in 1992 by a group of women passionate about providing literary resources and a safe space for women Trans Pride Australia A social and support group for trans and gender diverse people and their loved ones in Australia Transcend Australia Working towards a world where Trans, Gender Diverse and Non-Binary children are embraced and given every opportunity to thrive and flourish Women Partners of Bisexual Men Service Provides counselling and support groups for women partners of same sex attracted men Domestic Violence Another Closet Information for people in LGBTIQ relationships who are, or may be, experiencing domestic and family violence Domestic Violence Line For those who identify as female and are experiencing domestic abuse Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Program Provide women and their children who have experienced with information, advocacy and referrals NSW Police Assistance Line Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officers (GLLOs) are specially trained to address LGBTIQ issues and are located in Police stations across NSW Relationships Australia Leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities 1800RESPECT For everyone experiencing domestic abuse QLife Support, advocacy, referral and counselling for people with gender issues Say it Out Loud Encourages people from LGBTIQ communities to start talking about relationships Women and Girls Emergency Centre (WAGEC) Not-for-profit organisation delivering a range of crisis and early intervention accommodation to women, children and families experiencing domestic and family violence Employment Rainbow WISE Employment Work one-on-one with a dedicated Case Manager who will work with you to identify your goals and career priorities pre and post job placement Faith Acceptance Sydney Faith community for LGBT Catholics, their family and friends Metropolitan Community Church Sydney Progressive Christian church, open to people of all genders, sexualities, ages and cultural backgrounds Sydney Queer Muslims Non profit organisation for LGBT Muslims led by LGBT Muslims Homelessness Inner West Family Homeless Support Service - St Vincent de Paul Society Refuge and crisis accommodation for women with children Safe Beds for Pets Provides temporary housing for pets of LGBTIQ people seeking refuge from domestic and family violence The Gender Centre Inc Transgender Homelessness Support Services including supported accommodation Twenty10 Range of services for young people who identify as LGBTIQ including transitional accommodation WAGEC (Women and Girls Emergency Centre Specialist homelessness service for women and families escaping domestic violence Youth Off the Streets Community organisation working for disadvantaged young people who may be homeless, drug dependent and/or recovering from abuse Over 55s 55 Uppity Project A collaborative interview and photography project Love Project Empowering lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex people to lead healthy active and more social lives Older Dykes Short stories, articles, resources and podcasts including resources for connecting with the community Seniors Rights Service Community organisation dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of older people, particularly vulnerable and disadvantaged groups UnitingCare Ageing Residential, community and housing services for older people Recreation Bentstix One of the world's leading gay and lesbian hockey clubs and is based in Sydney Bush Lemons Blue Mountains based Lesbian bush walking and outdoors group Different Strokes Dragon Boat Club Provides a social and fitness-focused sporting outlet for the LGBTIQ community, their friends, family and supporters Dykes on Bikes Australia's longest-running female-identified motorcycle club for those interested in bikes, Mardi Gras or expanding their social network Freezone Volleyball Club A safe and inclusive volleyball community where people of all skills are welcome Gay Surfers World's first online community for gay and lesbian surfers Inner West Roller Derby League Inclusive and empowering roller derby community based in the Inner West Queer Daze A time and place to catch up with your queer family in Sydney's Inner West. Kid friendly Rainbow Dance Sydney's LGBTIQ dance company offering private and group classes and social events Red Raw Events for all loving gay, lesbian, bi, trans, intersex, queer, pronoun using family Same Sex Salsa Same sex salsa for beginners and refreshers Swingout Sydney Specialise in teaching swing dance styles from the 1930s and 1940s Sydney Convicts Australia's first gay and inclusive rugby union club Sydney Frontrunners Running and walking group which embraces diversity and encourages community for LGBTIQ people and friends Sydney Gay and Lesbian Choir Non-auditioned choir welcomes members regardless of their sexual identity or musical experience Sydney Gaymers An all-inclusive, queer gaming hub for Australia Sydney Outfielders An LGBT slow-pitch softball league that welcomes players of all ages, genders, orientations and skill levels Sydney Rams Ten Pin Bowling Club Formed for the gay community in 1983 it has become one of Australia's foremost bowling leagues Sydney Rangers FC An inclusive football club open to players of all backgrounds, races, ages, standards and sexual orientations Sydney Shuttles Badminton Club An equal opportunity club devoted to playing social badminton for the gay community and promoting inter-club competition for its members Sydney Silverbacks Wrestling Club Also known as Harbour City Wrestling Club is an LGBTIQ and straight friendly, not-for-profit community sporting club Sydney Stingers A competitive LGBTIQ-inclusive water polo club in Sydney Sydney Women's Baseball League Established in 1995, SWBL offers women a social and friendly baseball competition Team Sydney Promotes sport, fitness and healthy lifestyles among Sydney's diverse community sports organisations The Flying Bats Women's Football Club An LGBTIQ+ women's community football (soccer) club who promote inclusivity, health and wellbeing and creating a sense of community The Pollys Club Raise money for charity through GLBTIQ+ themed dances, which are safe, all-inclusive, cost effective and lots of fun The Red Rattler Not-for-profit artist and activist run warehouse venue and artists' studios The Welcome Choir A lively, open, friendly, all-genders choir group in Sydney for people of any singing ability Wett Ones Sydney Masters Swimming Australia-affiliated swimming club providing a safe, friendly and supportive swimming club for the gay and lesbian community and friends Young People Camp Out Camp for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and/or gender diverse teens aged 13-17 Gayby Baby Comprehensive education resource to represent same-sex parented families Minus18 Champions for LGBTQIA+ Youth Rainbows in Schools Projects supporting LGBTQIA+ inclusion in schools Twenty10 Housing, mental health, counselling and social support for young people 12-25 Wear it Purple Provide support and resources to foster supportive, safe, empowering and inclusive environments for rainbow young people Youth Off the Streets Community organisation working for disadvantaged young people who may be homeless, drug dependent and/or recovering from abuse
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