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Support Groups and Helpful Links
  • Sister Organisations
  • Seahorse Society of New South Wales-The Seahorse Society of NSW is a non-profit self-help organisation established in Sydney in 1971.The Society's purpose is to provide mutual support for Crossdressers and Transgendered people, their partners and families.
  • Seahorse Society of Queensland-The Seahorse Society of Queensland Inc. (Seahorse Queensland) is a non-profit self-help organisation situated in Brisbane. The Society’s purpose is to provide mutual support for crossdressers and transgender people, their partners and families.
  • The Seahorse Society of Great Britain-The Seahorse Society of Great Britain is a self-help and support group for those who see themselves as being Transgendered, their Families, Friends, and others involved with their welfare.
  • Other support groups
  • TransGender Victoria- TransGender Victoria was founded in the late 1990s to address discrimination faced by transgender people in Victoria. We have been successful in legislative reform and work with government and community groups in all aspects of human rights for transsexuals and cross-dressers alike.
  • Gender Affirmation and Liberation- Gender Affirmation And Liberation (GAAL) is a community support and social group that aims to provide a safe and supportive environment for people that are mutually in the process of gender affirmation or who have already affirmed their true gender/sex to share experiences and relevant information.
  • The Gender Centre (NSW)- The Gender Centre is committed to developing and providing services and activities which enhance the ability of people with gender issues to make informed choices.
    The Gender Centre is also committed to educating the public and providers about the needs of people with gender issues.
    We offer a wide range of services to people with gender issues, their partners, families and friends in NSW. We also act as an education, support, training and referral/resource Centre to other Organizations and Service Providers.
    We specifically aim to provide a high quality service which acknowledges human rights and ensures respect and confidentiality.
  • Trans Melbourne Gender Project- The Trans Melbourne Gender Project is a coalition of people of all genders. We engage in activism and support around issues of gender. We meet in person and online.
  • Chameleons Society of WA- The Chameleon Society is a support and social group for Crossdressers, Transsexuals, their partners and other people or businesses involved with the transgender community. The group is based in Perth, Western Australia
  • Transsexual support- Transsexual Support is a friendly volunteer run site for both Male to Female and Female to Male transsexuals, along with other members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered community. They have a large chatroom, where members can anonymously and comfortably chat with other transsexuals. Here you can be free of perverts and trolls, and simply chat. They also have an extensive and frequently updated library including art, personal stories, fiction, poetry, audio, medication information and much more.
    VicGender - VicGender offers social and practical support for people going through a permanent change from male to female or female to male. In many cases, the term "change" may not be the best as we are affirming on the outside who we always have been on the inside. Some of our group identify as Transsexual or Transgendered, while others avoid labels altogether. Our aim is practical rather than political - we arrange social gatherings and help with such issues as getting medical information and referrals and finding where to live. Social support is very important in a community where our survival often depends upon us realising that we are not alone. Membership of VicGender is open to people who are undergoing or have been through a gender transition, and to partners and friends of the community with approval of the VicGender committee. We run monthly meetings, which are usually at the home of a VicGender committee member. Meeting usually are lots of fun and often include sushi, cakes, and chocolate. Both formal and informal social nights are also held on a regular basis.

    Intersex Links

    AIS Support Group Australia-The Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (AIS) Support Group Australia Inc. (A0041398U) is a peer support, information and advocacy group for people affected by AIS and/or related intersex conditions, and their families.

    Government Anti-Discrimination / Human Rights Groups

    Human Rights And Equal Opportunity Commission-HREOC promotes and protects human rights in a number of ways. For example, HREOC reviews and monitors legislation, conducts public inquiries, investigates and conciliates complaints, provides policy advice and delivers human rights education to promote greater understanding of human rights issues in Australia

    Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission

    Supportive GLBTI organisations and resources

    Victoria Police Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officers-Victoria Police is committed to ensuring equality and fairness to the community it serves.  Victoria Police has an ongoing commitment to improving its relationship with the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex (GLBTI) communities and to addressing specific issues affecting the community. (email via melbourne.gllo at police.vic.gov.au )

    ALSO Foundation -The ALSO Foundation is committed to securing legal and social acceptance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender communities in Victoria and to assist members of our community to acquire the skills and capacity to achieve equality and justice.