New York News
Image: Q+Law Launch: Ryan Hsu, Claire Febey, Kristinem Olaris, Ro Allen, Jaclyn Symes, Todd Fernando and Paula Fernandez.
Q+Law, a dedicated new service for LGBTQI Victorians who are looking for legal assistance, was launched on Wednesday at the Victorian Pride Centre.
The community-led legal service was officially inaugurated by Attorney-General Jaclyn Symes MP and Commissioner for LGBTIQ+ Communities, Dr. Todd Fernando.
Q+Law, spearheaded by Fitzroy Legal Service in collaboration with Queerspace and Drummond Street Services, has been operating since July 2023 and has already helped over 80 LGBTQI Victorians.
“Q+Law aims to create a safe and supportive environment for all LGBTIQA+ Victorian accessing legal support. Our program aims to alleviate barriers LGBTIQA+ people face in accessing support by fostering an inclusive, non-judgmental and LGBTIQA+ affirming environment,” Ryan Hsu, Director of Q+Law Service said in a statement.
For LGBTQI Victorians
Q+Law will operate from the Pride Centre, Australia’s first purpose-built LGBTQI community hub, in St Kilda. There will be outreach programs in Carlton and Reservoir, and referrals will be available statewide for LGBTQI Victorians.
The services include discrimination and harassment cases, “challenges impacting trans and gender-diverse individuals, such as changes to identity documents