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The Tasmanian Government Department of Health provides a curated collection of resources to support health professionals in understanding and delivering inclusive healthcare for LGBTIQA+ people. These resources include research, data, stories, and practical tools to improve health outcomes and foster inclusive practices.

What You’ll Find

1. Research and Insights

• Results from a national survey on the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ people.
• Information on experiences related to:
  • Education
  • Homelessness
  • Harassment and assault
  • Mental health
  • Community connections
• Mental health and suicide prevention statistics.
• Guidance on recognising and addressing the mental health needs of LGBTIQA+ populations.

2. Storytelling

• Videos and podcasts sharing lived experiences of LGBTIQA+ people to deepen understanding and empathy.

Inclusive Healthcare Training

• Online Module: An introduction to LGBTIQA+ inclusive healthcare for all health system workers.
• Discussion Guide: Designed for use after completing the online module, enabling teams or small groups to explore ideas and consider actions for inclusive care.
  • Registration is required to access the online module.

Additional Resources can be found on the Department of Health website: 

• LGBTIQA+ inclusive healthcare self-assessment tool and action plan.
• Inclusive practice poster.
• Glossary of common terms.
• Inclusive language guide.
• Other training opportunities.