LGBTQ PEOPLE IN WESTERN SYDNEY
Gaining a better understanding of the impact of prejudice and minority stress on the mental health and wellbeing of LGBTQ people in Western Sydney is the focus of a new study from NSW's leading HIV and sexuality and gender diverse health organisation, ACON, and Western Sydney University.
The study aims to better understand the needs of sexuality and gender diverse communities in Western Sydney – particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds – and will inform the development of advocacy, training and other service-related initiatives.
To commence the study, a community survey was launched today by ACON who is very keen to hear the views of LGBTQ people who currently or previously lived in Western Sydney on the main issues facing people living in Western Sydney.
This community survey is part of a broader Scoping Study being overseen by an Advisory Group established by ACON's Safety and Inclusion Project. The Scoping Study also involves an extensive review of existing health and practice related literature, and focus groups will be held with LGBTQ Leaders and Service Providers who operate in Western Sydney to gain deeper insight into key community issues and how ACON can support future efforts.
