Some of NSW’s highest-ranking police officers have met in Broken Hill for an inaugural gay and lesbian police conference.
Barrier Police District Superintendent Darren Brand masterminded the event in order to promote inclusivity and diversity in policing and the wider community, saying, “It doesn’t matter what community you’re a part of… your police are there to support you and treat you with respect”.
Sergeant Nathan Towney, a Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officer and Wiradjuri man, attended the event and stated, “I can definitely see a big shift with acceptance and moving forward”.
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Dear Nick, Although it’s totally fine to date an older person, you are right, your parents will probably flip out. Before you judge them, ask yourself: what would you think if your child was seeing someone who is about 30 years older? Reversing the scenario to their point of view will help you empathise and also formulate your dialogue in answering any questions they may have.
The other issue that comes to mind is whether you have discussed this with your BF? Introducing your man to your parents has consequences for him as well. You will need to present as a united front to protect each o...
Carl Austin-Behan, Manchester’s first out gay Lord Mayor (and Mr Gay UK 2001), has stated that the late great monarch “cared about our LGBTIQ+ community”.
Austin-Behan served as Lord Mayor of Manchester from 2016 to 2017 and is currently the LGBT advisor to the Lord Mayor of Greater Manchester. He had the opportunity to meet the Queen in July 2021 when she visited Manchester Cathedral for the 600th anniversary of the Collegiate Church.
Former AFL player and coach Dani Laidley has showcased her stunning transformation on the red carpet at this year’s Brownlow Medal Ceremony.
Laidley, who announced her transition in November of 2020, wowed attendees as she walked the red carpet in a gorgeous white off-the-shoulder Marquise Atelier gown alongside her partner Donna Leckie.
Sri Lankan president Ranil Wickremesinghe has stated his government will not oppose a private member’s bill decriminalising homosexuality when it is presented to Parliament.
At present, same-sex relationships are illegal in the South Asian island nation, and there are other discriminatory laws targeting trans people and sex workers.
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So, until you are sure, I would take this opportunity to examine the status of the relationship. Consider telling your partner that you feel the relationship need...
The Queensland Human Rights Commission has proposed an overhaul of the state’s outdated anti-discrimination laws to protect, in particular, LGBTIQ+ staff and students at religious schools.
The push comes after earlier this year Brisbane’s Citipointe Christian College faced backlash for issuing anti-queer student enrolment and employee contracts, which were later revoked. Queensland Attorney-General Shannon Fentiman proposed 122 recommendations made by QHRC to Parliament, focusing on a more proactive approach to preventing discrimination and sexual harassment. Fentiman stated,
“This repo...
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