We envision a healthy future for our sex, sexuality and gender diverse communities — a future without HIV, where all people live with dignity and wellbeing.
Who We Are
We are a LGBTIQ+ community-controlled organisation, governed by our members, and working for our sex, sexuality and gender diverse communities.
OUR VISION
OUR MISSION
- We devise and deliver effective community-driven health and wellbeing programs.
- We advocate to reduce stigma and discrimination.
OUR VALUES
Leadership
We are responsive to our communities and encourage leadership at all levels of our work.
Diversity
We respect and celebrate the diversity within our communities.
Inclusion
We value being inclusive in all aspects of our work.
Justice
We are committed to equal rights, health equity and recognition of social and economic inequality.
Courage
We stand up for what is right and take considered risks to learn and grow.
Optimism
We are optimistic for each other and for the future.
OUR GOALS
- Expand the reach and impact of our programs
- Exercise trusted leadership
- Develop our people and our community
- Build a flexible and innovative organisation for the future
Useful Links & Resources
Thorne Harbour Health 2018-2023 Strategic Plan
Launched at the 35th anniversary of the organisation, There for Us is the first strategic plan as Thorne Harbour Health affirming the organisation's ongoing commitment to addressing HIV alongside LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing.
Thorne Harbour Health 2018-2023 Strategic Plan
Thorne Harbour Health has a long, rich and diverse history, working with and for LGBTIQ+ communities and people living with or affected by HIV. This is reflected in the principles that govern and underpin the way we work.
Quality and Accreditation
Thorne Harbour Health is accredited under the QIC Health and Community Services (QIC) Standards and the Rainbow Tick Standards.
The Thorne Harbour Health Homecare program is accredited under the NDIS Practice Standards and the THH Family Violence and Housing+ Programs are accredited under the Human Services Standards (VIC).
Additionally, Thorne Harbour Health Centre Clinic and Equinox are accredited under the RACGP Standards for general practices


Working Collaboratively
Our commitment to consumer and community participation as well as our framework to ensure its practical application is articulated through our Consumer and Community Participation Policy.
We deliver accessible and responsive programs in collaboration with others in our communities.
The Thorne Harbour Health Ltd Constitution and the VAC GMHC Ltd Constitution are key governance documents that outline our purpose and guide how the association operates. These documents and accompanying by-laws can be downloaded or viewed via the links below.
Consumer and Community Participation Policy V2.1
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Thorne Harbour Health Ltd Constitution
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VAC GMHC Ltd Constitution
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BY-LAW 01/2022
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BY-LAW 02/2022
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