Sexuality is not about who you have sex with, or how often you have it. Its about your sexual thoughts, feelings,attraction and behaviors towards other people.

Sexuality is diverse and fluid, meaning it can change over time.

Learn more about sexuality on the Reach Out website

For some people the gender they identify with doesn’t match with the gender they were assigned to be at birth based on their physical and sexual characteristics.

People affirm and express their gender in different ways everyday through self-image, appearance, behaviour, or expression.

Learn more about gender on the Reach Out website

Our use of language reflects changes in society and we can use language that supports equality between all genders.

Avoid terms that discriminate on the basis of a person’s gender or sexual identity like fireman, female nurse and chairman.

Respect peoples’ gender and sexual identity with pronouns, job and personal titles.

Learn more on the Australian Government Style Manual for Gender and Sexual Diversity

Use language that is culturally appropriate and respectful of the diversity of Australia’s peoples.

Find out more information on the Australian Government Style Manual for Inclusive Language

When someone tells you their pronouns, they are letting you know how to refer to them, without you having to make any assumptions. Using someone's correct pronouns is an important way to be inclusive and respectful.

Asking and correctly using someone's pronouns is a way to show respect for gender identity.

Learn more on the Minus18 website

There are some safe and supportive services to discuss sexuality and gender with, either for yourself or as an ally.

TransHub are a digital information and resource platform for all trans and gender diverse people in NSW, loved ones, allies and healthcare providers.

Twenty10 provides mental health and psychosocial support programs in NSW to ensure LGBTIQA+ people are secure, connected and celebrated.

QLIFE provides anonymous and free LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies and feelings.

ACON is a NSW's leading LGBTQ health organisation, providing community health, inclusion and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders.

PFLAG is a peer support group assisting parents, families and friends who have a loved one come out as LGBTI.

BLAQ are an organisation for Aboriginal Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual + Sistergirl and Brotherboy (LGBTQ+SB) Peoples and Communities in NSW.