Read, watch and listen to the inspirational stories of everyday LGBTIQ+ Australians.
Hear about their experiences with mental health, how they got support, and what they do to stay well.
Growing up, Sean struggled to admit to himself that he was gay. Keeping it a secret only fuelled his self-hatred. He became depressed and started to think about taking his own life.
It wasn't until he found someone to talk to that he started to see a way through, and, since coming out, Sean's life has only changed for the better.
— Maxim from Season 2, Episode 5 of Not Alone
LGBTIQ+
Throughout this website lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) and bodily, gender, and sexuality diverse people and communities are referred to with the acronym LGBTIQ+. We recognise that there are distinct differences across the individual identities and bodily states in these communities and a wide range of diversity.
Trans
Trans is being used here as an umbrella term to cover a diverse range of experiences of sex and gender and ways of describing oneself such as trans, transgender, transsexual, genderqueer, gender questioning etc.
As an organisation that supports people from across Australia, Beyond Blue acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay respect to Elders past and present.
First Nations Peoples are advised that this website may include reference to and images of deceased persons.
Beyond Blue is committed to safe inclusive spaces, policies and services for people of LGBTIQ+ communities and their families.
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