This list of resources is for general informational purposes as a starting point for exploration, seeking help and social connection. Individuals facing significant challenges or distress should seek the help of accredited social-services and mental-health professionals, that are LGBTQIA+ affirming and understand their cultural-religious background.
QLife: Free, nationwide peer support and referral service for LGBTQIA+ people wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, relationships, or mental health.
Phone: 1800 184 527 (3pm – midnight every day)
Webchat: Available via their online platform.
TransHub: A digital resource hub for trans and gender-diverse people, their friends, loved-ones, carers, educators, researchers and clinicians.
Lifeline: Australia's leading 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention service.
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
Text: 0477 13 11 14
NSW Mental Health Access Line: 1800 011 511
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
ANTRA: Australia & New Zealand Tongzhi Rainbow Alliance is a dedicated support network for Mandarin- and Cantonese-speaking LGBTQIA+ individuals in the Chinese diaspora.
Trikone Australia: Community network providing social connections, mental health support, advocacy, and cultural expression for LGBTQIA+ South Asians in Australia.
LAHRC: The Latin American and Hispanic Rainbow Community group run by volunteers working to build connections, provide information and referrals to support and community services, identify issues that our community faces in Australia, grow alliances with organisations and improve our capacity to serve our community.
ACON's Asian Men project: here to help gay, bi+ and queer men from Asian cultural backgrounds take control of their health by providing a range of programs, workshops, resources and events.
Queer Arabs Australia: community dedicated to connecting and empowering queer Arabs in Australia. Our mission is to create safe, inclusive spaces where people with shared backgrounds can come together, celebrate their identities, and foster meaningful connections.
Dayenu: Sydney-based outreach group providing support, resources, and community connections for Jewish LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Aleph Melbourne: Support and advocacy group for Jewish people who identify as LGBTQI+, as well as their partners and families.
Forcibly Displaced People Network (FDPN): The first refugee-led organization in Australia dedicated to supporting LGBTIQA+ asylum seekers and refugees.
Rainbow Cultures: Comprehensive directory listing multicultural and multilingual LGBTQIA+ community groups across Australia.
AGMC (Australian GLBTIQ Multicultural Council): Peak national body representing and supporting multicultural and multifaith LGBTQI+ individuals, communities, and families across Australia.
Sydney Queer Muslims: Safe, inclusive space, support services, and community events for LGBTQA+ Muslims in Australia.
Muslim Collective: A dynamic Australian faith-based community for progressive thought and social action. A diverse and inclusive group that supports and encourages dialogue about the real issues of our time.
Rainbodhi: Rainbodhi is an international spiritual friendship group for LGBTQA+ Buddhists and an advocate for inclusion and diversity with active chapters in Sydney and Melbourne/Naarm.
Equal Voices: National ecumenical network connecting LGBTQA+ Christians and allies to advocate for full inclusion and affirming practices in Australian churches.
Uniting Network Australia: National network for LGBTQA+ people and allies within the Uniting Church in Australia.
Acceptance: Acceptance is a faith community existing for five decades, supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQA+) Catholics, their family and friends.
Twenty10: Specialized services for LGBTQIA+ youth (aged 12–25) in NSW, including mental health support, housing, and social activities.
Phone: (02) 8594 9555
Minus18: Australia's largest youth-led organization for LGBTQIA+ youth, offering education, social events, and resources.
PFLAG+ Australia: Support groups and resources for parents, family members, and friends of LGBTIQA+ people during the coming-out process and beyond.
Kids Helpline: Confidential 24/7 phone and online counseling for young people aged 5 to 25.
Phone: 1800 55 1800
Rainbow Sexual, Domestic & Family Violence Helpline: Specialist trauma counselling operated by Full Stop Australia for LGBTQ+ individuals and supporters impacted by domestic, sexual, or family violence.
Phone: 1800 497 212 (24/7)
1800RESPECT: National sexual assault, domestic, and family violence counselling service.
Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7)
ACON (New South Wales)
Leading community health organization for HIV prevention and LGBTIQA+ health. Also manages TransHub for trans and gender-diverse health.
Rainbow Door (Victoria)
Advice, referrals, and support helpline for LGBTIQA+ Victorians, run by Switchboard Victoria.
Phone/Text: 1800 729 367 / 0480 017 246
Thorne Harbour Health (Victoria & SA)
LGBTIQA+ community health, mental health, and support services.
Freedom (Western Australia)
Drop-in space, peer support, and counseling for LGBTQIA+ young people.