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Quests By Community: Justice + Equity + Advocacy – Change, Alastair Lawrie

Alastair Lawrie, Director of Policy and Advocacy at the Justice and Equity Center, shares his insights on the ongoing fight for LGBTQIA+ rights in Australia. With a focus on anti-discrimination laws, Alastair highlights the disparities in protections for LGBTQIA+ students and teachers across different states. While some states have made strides in safeguarding these individuals, others, continue to lag behind, leaving many vulnerable to discrimination.

Alastair continues by emphasizing the importance of comprehensive hate crime legislation that goes beyond addressing violent acts to include protections against everyday vilification. He calls for civil vilification prohibitions to ensure that all members of the LGBTQIA+ community can live without fear of discrimination.

The discussion also touches on the birth certificate process for transgender individuals in New South Wales, which requires surgical intervention for legal recognition. Alastair argues for reforms that respect the dignity and autonomy of transgender individuals, allowing them to express their gender identity without unnecessary barriers.

As the 2026 census approaches, Alastair expresses concern over the exclusion of transgender youth and intersex individuals from data collection, which could hinder advocacy efforts for essential resources and support, urging viewers to engage with their local representatives and advocate for meaningful change.

Recorded mid-October 2024.

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