Rainbow Rights in SA: 40 years on from decriminalisation of homosexuality
By Equal Opportunity Commission
Date and time
Thu, 10 Dec 2015 12:15 PM - 2:00 PM ACDT
Location
Ombudsman SA
Level 9 55 Currie Street Adelaide, SA 5000 AustraliaDescription
On Human Rights Day, hear insights into the struggles
and triumphs, past and present, of South Australia’s LGBTIQ community.
Join the Commissioner for Equal Opportunity Anne Gale
for an ‘on the couch’ session as she examines the question ‘Discrimination on the grounds of gender identity and sexuality - how far have we come and where to next?’
Helping to reflect and to look forward are:
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Ian Purcell AM, dedicated activist and Senior Australian of the Year 2011 State Finalist
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Professor John Williams, South Australian Law Reform Institute
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Jenny Scott, Librarian at the State Library of SA and Trans activist
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Lachlan Cibich, Senior Policy Officer and activist
Listen to our speakers talk about past and pending legislative changes, share personal experiences, and answer your questions.
Time: 12:15pm for 12:30 start until 2pm
Cost: Free. Light lunch provided
Seats are limited -
Book now to avoid disappointment!
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The Equal Opportunity Commission provides three main services in South Australia:
- Information
- Education
- Assessing and resolving complaints
We provide information about equal opportunity in publications, education and training to individuals, organisations and businesses, and our complaint handlers assist people to reach an agreement if a complaint of discrimination or harassment is made. More Information about the Equal Opportunity Commission can be found at www.eoc.sa.gov.au.