Pride Month: ALL June donations will create LGBTQIA+ education for Schools! Donate Now
We're Minus18
Champions for LGBTQIA+ Youth
Australia's charity improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ young people
Social inclusion
We tackle social isolation by creating spaces where LGBTQIA+ young people belong, are celebrated and can make friends.
Education & advocacy
To create an Australia free from discrimination we deliver LGBTQIA+ training, resources, and digital campaigns.
Youth empowerment
We equip young people with the skills and opportunities they need to be at the forefront of driving change.
- coming out
- sexuality
- gender
- identity
- school
- family + friends
- take action
- wellbeing
- indigenous
- QTIPOC
- interviews
- video
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International Pride Month is an annual LGBTQIA+ celebration held every June. But what does represent, and why is it in June?
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Today, queer people are represented throughout pop culture – appearing in TV shows, movies and on our radios. But it hasn't always been like this.
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There are loads of different identities that make up the LGBTQIA+ acronym, and the queer community. It can feel overwhelming, but it's more simple than you might think!
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It's important to be an ally to the trans and gender diverse community, but it can be hard to know exactly what to do.
Visibility merch
Show your pride and drive inclusion - Minus18 rainbow merch makes a difference. Literally! 100% of your purchase supports youth programs and events.
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Workshops & training
Our highly experienced presenters head into schools and workplaces to deliver LGBTQIA+ inclusion training, keynotes, and workshops. Customisable for all knowledge levels.
Legendary partners
Our work wouldn’t be possible without the people who support us. If you’d like to join forces and work together, get in touch!
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Your donations keep us going
Minus18 Foundation Ltd is a registered Australian charity. All donations are tax-deductible.