Pride & Culture
18 Feb 2025
We've received funding through the City of Yarra Community Grants program to host a series of events celebrating and empowering LGBTIQ+ multicultural and faith communities!
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Hit the link above to let us know you're interested! We'll be in contact with more information about the events, including when we've finalised dates and registration details.
In collaboration with a range of queer social groups focused on multicultural and faith identities, these events will showcase the diversity within our LGBTIQ+ communities. Our goal is to create celebrations that provide platforms for multicultural and faith-based LGBTIQ+ voices, offering a chance to celebrate culture, identity, and faith, while connecting with others.
These events are free and open to everyone, creating a welcoming space to engage in cultural and faith-based celebrations, explore the intersection of queer identity, and connect with support services. You’ll also learn more about the programs and services Thorne Harbour Health offers to support our communities.
We know that people from multicultural and faith backgrounds face unique challenges in finding supportive spaces. This program is about bringing those communities together, raising awareness of the amazing queer social groups out there, and creating new connections.
Here’s what’s coming up:
March - Queer Ramadan Iftar
In partnership with Queer Muslim Naarm.
April - Lent & Easter Reflections
In partnership with Acceptance Melbourne.
June - Pride Month Discussion Panel
In partnership with various LGBTIQ+ social groups.
October - Diwali Celebration
In partnership with Queer South Asians of Melbourne & Allies.
November - Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
In partnership with Latin American & Hispanic Rainbow Community.
February 2026 - Lunar New Year Celebration
In partnership with Gay Asian Proud and Yellow Kitties.
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