Northern Sydney Local Health District - LGBTIQ+ Health Symposium

An inspiring day of learning, discussion, and collaboration as we explore the future of inclusive healthcare for older LGBTIQ+ communities.

Our ageing LGBTIQ+ population has fought hard for the right to exist, and now deserves to be well-supported as they enter later life and aged care services. Yet, there remain significant gaps in research, policy, and service delivery. This symposium shines a light on these challenges while celebrating resilience and paving the way for better health outcomes.

Hybrid Event – All Welcome. Register to attend via the QR code below or visit

In person attendance at: Kolling Institute, Level 5, Auditorium

Online Via: Microsoft Teams

Feature Speakers

Dr. Ruby Grant (she/her) – La Trobe University

Dr. Louisa Smith (she/her) – Deakin University

Dr. Meaghan Vosz (she/her) – Southern Cross University

Prof. Tinashe Dune (she/her) – Charles Darwin University

Prof. Limin Mao (she/her) – University of New South Wales

Dr. Brooke Brady (she/her) – University of New South Wales

Michael Woodhouse (he/him) – CEO, ACON

Key Themes

·       Older LGBTIQ+ Health and Wellbeing

·       Fears and concerns in residential aged care

·       Ageing in community

·       Dementia and Disability

·       Ageing with HIV

·       Intersex health and ageing concerns

·       Policy Gaps for LGBTIQ+ Aged Care

·       Community Advocacy and Support

The event will be hosted on Friday the 10th of October from 8:30am to 3:30pm in the Kolling Building Auditorium, Royal North Shore Hospital, St Leonards NSW.

Please RSVP if you plan to attend in person or online. If you have any accessibility requirements or require an interpreter, please email jemma.clifton@health.nsw.gov.au

📍To attend online, join the meeting here on the day: https://bit.ly/4lvM4us

Please email jemma.clifton@health.nsw.gov.au with any accessibility or dietary requirements.