TransFolk of WA have shared their thanks to local community members who have offered up space in this year’s Pride Parade. The donations of wristbands come after many learned this week that Pride WA would be restricting numbers during this year’s march, citing health and safety concerns. Alyce Schotte, TransFolk of WA Chair, sent out […]
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29 Nov 2019 /
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Tune in to All Things Queer on RTRFM 92.1 at 11am this morning for the latest LGBTIQ+ news. On today’s program Harriet Kenny and Elle Cee will be joining in the studio by Veronica Jean Jones. Plus Leigh Andrew Hill chats to Bears Perth about the Mr Bear Perth competition at Connections Nightclub this weekend. Alyce Schotte […]
Tags: All Things Queer, Alyce Schotte, Bears Perth, Elle Cee, Harriet Kenny, leigh andrew hill, Radio, transfolk of wa, Veronica Jean Jones
27 Mar 2019 |
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Nick Lawrence has announced his resignation from the position of Chairperson at TransFolk of WA. Lawrence, who founded TransFolk of WA, said he was sad to leave the position, but is excited about all the important work he will continue to do within the organisation. “It has been an enormous privilege to found an organisation […]
Tags: Nick Lawrence, non binary, transfolk, transfolk of wa, transgender
28 Jan 2019 |
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The Freedom Centre are releasing an episode of their Queer to Air podcast each day during Pridefest. The series is created by young people who utilise the LGBTIQ+ youth centre and explores a range of topics relating to promoting good mental health. In this episode Transfolk of WA are featured. Listen to the whole series on Soundcloud and via iTunes. Do you need […]
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17 Nov 2018 |
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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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The Australian LGBTI Awards have revealed their 2019 shortlist of nominees who will be honoured for their contributions to the community. Over 2000 people were nominated across 18 categories, including Inspirational Role Model, Community Initiative, Local Icon, Artist, Sports Personality and Ally. The Artist and Faith categories are fresh additions to the 2019 celebrations, highlighting […]
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12 Oct 2018 |
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TransFolk of WA are putting on a fun filled event with lots of entertainment to celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility on Saturday March 31st. Get your dancing shoes on for local band Rokchix who will be playing homage to the original Rock Chicks with their saucy, glam style of Rock and Roll. Australian Slam […]
Tags: halimah halse, Nick Lawrence, trans day of visibility, trans*, transfolk of wa, transgender, visibility
26 Mar 2018 |
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TransFolk of WA are putting on a friendly picnic in the park to mark the International Transgender Day of Visibility. Head up to Kings Park for a day of activities and games, networking or just enjoying the shade with your family and friends. TransFolk of WA will be putting on a tasty spread to raise funds for […]
Tags: Kings Park, picnic, transfolk of wa, Transgender day of rememberance
27 Mar 2017 |
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2016 has been a big year for transgender people, with more visibility than ever before. This year saw the release of contentious Hollywood films like the Danish Girl and television series including Modern Family, The Fosters, American Horror Story and Shameless. Transgender people were featured in commercials for everything from lamb to Bud Light to […]
Tags: perth cultural centre, remembrance, TDoR, trans*, transfolk of wa, transgender, vigil
24 Nov 2016 |
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