LGBTIQ+ Advisory Council

The LGBTIQ+ Advisory Council is currently being established. Fulfilling an election commitment, the Council will provide a mechanism for ongoing community consultation and contribute to the development of the first NSW Government LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy.

The Council will also provide ongoing advice to the NSW Government as it delivers on a range of initiatives and commitments designed to promote equality and inclusion for LGBTIQ+ communities. 

The Council will be comprised of up to 16 members, with the aim for membership to reflect the diversity of LGBTIQ+ communities in NSW. Members are appointed as individuals based on their relevant skills, experience, and knowledge.

The Council will meet at least four times per year.

Should you have any questions regarding the LGBTIQ+ Advisory Council, please e-mail Inclusion@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au

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Applications to join the NSW LGBTIQ+ Advisory Council are currently closed.

Applications closed on Sunday 26 May 2024.

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What is the role of the LGBTIQ+ Advisory Council?

The Council will:

  • provide a mechanism for ongoing community consultation to improve the NSW Government’s understanding of issues affecting LGBTIQ+ communities in NSW and to raise issues impacting LGBTIQ+ people and make recommendations to address them.
  • contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of a NSW Government LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy.
  • provide ongoing advice to the NSW Government on issues impacting LGBTIQ+ communities.  
     

How are Members selected for the Council?

Members of the LGBTIQ+ Advisory Council are selected through a public expressions of interest process. Applications closed on 26 May 2024.

Inaugural appointments and the first Council meeting are expected to occur by late 2024. Members will be appointed for a two year term.

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