May 17 marks International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), an opportunity for all to speak out on discrimination against LGBTQIA+ communities. The team at Connection and Wellbeing Australia (CAWA) will once again be honouring the occasion with a special event bringing together LGBTQIA+ folks and allies to learn more and share experiences […]
Tags: allies, allyship, cawa, connection and wellbeing australia, discrimination, IDAHoBiT
10 May 2022 /
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Warning: This article contains mentions of domestic and intimate partner violence. LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day is coming up this Friday 28th May, following the theme #SeenAndBelieved. First marked in Australia just last year, the day aims to shine a light on domestic violence in LGBTQ+ relationships, and the need for tailored support services for […]
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25 May 2021 |
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Join the team from Connection and Wellbeing Australia (CAWA) for their fourth annual community connection event for International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex discrimination and Transphobia next month. This year, CAWA are facilitating a conversation that will focus on the stories of First Nations folks, PoC, CALD and Bla(c)k LGBTQIA+ folks, exploring the intersections of […]
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23 Apr 2021 |
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As part of this year’s PrideFEST, Connection and Wellbeing Australia (CAWA) are hosting two educational workshops that hold vital information for anyone who is seeking to be a better ally to LGBTIQ+ communities. CAWA have been providing essential training and support for many years to organisations, community groups and individuals, working towards a mentally healthy […]
Tags: Bella Broadway, cawa, connection and wellbeing australia, Pridefest
14 Nov 2020 |
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The most fabulous local LGBTIQ+ awards night is back for its fifth year, and despite some tough months the ceremony is set to be bigger and better than ever. The Proud Awards began in 2016 when Proud Entertainment’s Dean Misdale set out to celebrate WA’s local queer entertainment community, and the event has grown to […]
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4 Sep 2020 |
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Connection and Wellbeing Australia (CAWA) and Pride Alliance Busselton are inviting interested parties to attend an inclusive practice workshop this Friday. The workshop is designed to equip individuals and organisations with tools to create a more inclusive workplace for LGBTIQ+ people, and removing barriers that may be preventing LGBTIQ+ people from accessing services. The one-day […]
Tags: Busselton, cawa, connection and wellbeing australia, pride alliance busselton
17 Mar 2020 |
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International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia is coming up next month, highlighting discrimination against the LGBTIQ+ community around the world. To mark this year’s IDAHOBIT, Suicide Prevention Coordinators at Neami National (Perth) and Connection and Wellbeing Australia are inviting a number of Perth’s LGBTIQ+ groups and services for an opportunity to connect and […]
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10 Apr 2019 |
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For the 50+ attendees at the Lifeline WA Pride Panel on Tuesday 6 November, there was a clear message presented by the 8 panelists from a range of LGBTQI+ organisations – In order to support LGBTQI+ people in crisis, there needs to be a greater understanding of the difficulties faced by LGBTQI+ people. LGBTQI+ people […]
Tags: bisexual+ community perth, connection and wellbeing australia, GRAI, Lifeline, Living Proud, Qlife, rainbow KINection, transfolk of wa, WA AIDS Council
13 Nov 2018 |
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