FORMER AFL footballer and North Melbourne Kangaroos senior coach Danielle Laidley will headline a special Geelong IDAHOBIT (International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia) event that will aim to support and give a voice to members of the LGBTIQA+ community.<\/p>\n
At the Wednesday, May 17 event, Ms Laidley will tell her story of being diagnosed with gender dysphoria and her journey to becoming an advocate for transgender people in a quest for acceptance of diversity.<\/p>\n
City of Greater Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan said the event is an important step in supporting members of the LGBTIQA+ community.<\/p>\n
“There is no place in our community for any form of discrimination and that includes discrimination based on gender or sexuality.<\/p>\n
“It’s vital that everyone feels they have a voice and are free to express themselves as valued members of our community.<\/p>\n
“I have no doubt hearing Dani Laidley’s story will open people’s eyes to the challenges that members of the LGBTIQA+ community face, while also providing a source of inspiration.”<\/p>\n
Inclusion and Care portfolio chair Cr Anthony Aitken said the event would help educate community members and assist in the reduction of gender and sexuality discrimination.<\/p>\n
“While society has come a long way, it’s important that members of the LGBTIQA+ community continue to see real signs of change,” Cr Aitken said.<\/p>\n
“Hosting events of this kind, and hearing guests speak of their real-life experiences, will play an important role in helping residents across the broader community understand the challenges that still exist.<\/p>\n
“Every member of the community has a role to play in promoting equality and visibility, education and understanding.”<\/p>\n
The City of Greater Geelong event is presented in partnership with WorkSafe, Wellways, TAC, Victoria Police, Drummond Street Services, Geelong Rainbow Inc, Geelong Cats Football Club and Nicholes Family Lawyers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
FORMER AFL footballer and North Melbourne Kangaroos senior coach Danielle Laidley will headline a special Geelong IDAHOBIT (International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia) event that will aim to support and give a voice to members of the LGBTIQA+ community. At the Wednesday, May 17 event, Ms Laidley will tell her story of being […]<\/p>\n