resource master list
this resource list is a work in progress and will continue to grow, we are a new community organisation run entirely by peers so please be patient with us!
I need immediate support:
Qlife phone and web chat - click here
QLife provides anonymous and free LGBTI peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.
Lived Experience Telephone Support Service (LETTS) - click here
LETSS is an after hours telephone services provided by peers with lived experience open from 5pm to 11.30pm 365 days of the year.
SP Peer CARE Connect - click here
a call back suicide prevention warmline for people with lived experience of suicide to connect with others and get relief from emotional distress, explore coping strategies and receive suggestions for online resources and/or information.
Just Listening Community by the humane clinic - click here
a free community space creating connection for a person in distress, crisis, suicidal or with an important story to share. Currently open three afternoons a week, you can find a safe, therapeutic environment for people in emotional crisis as a meaningful alternative to other services.
I'm looking for community and/or groups:
Feast Queer Youth Drop In - LGBTIQ people and allies aged 15-25 - click here
TransMascSA - click here
TransMascSA is a FREE group for trans and gender diverse people, presumed female at birth, who are trans men, trans masculine or non-binary/gender diverse+ meeting regularly in the city.
LGBTI+ Social Groups - click here
LGBTQOA+ social groups run by Catalyst Foundation including social dinners, film and an over 50s book club.
I need to find a therapist or counsellor:
Australian Counselling Association Directory - click here
Psychology Today Directory - click here
I need to find online body doubling:
body doubling sessions with ADHD Actually - click here
online body doubling sessions available daily for just $11 per month run by an actual ADHDer!
ADHD hive - click here
ADHD Hive is a free online service offering regular body doubling sessions and accountability sessions.
I need to build my coping skills:
things to try when you're feeling.. - check out the list here
self-help worksheets by LETSS - click here
I need to learn about being autistic:
follow autitistic individuals on Instagram - check out the list here
ASAN - click here
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network of Australia and New Zealand (ASAN AUNZ) is run by Australian and New Zealander Autistic people, for Autistic people. We are the peak body for Autistic Self-Advocacy in Australia and New Zealand.
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN) - click here for their resource library
The Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN)'s mission is to provide support and resources for Autistic women, girls, transfeminine and transmasculine nonbinary people, trans people of all genders, Two Spirit people, and all others of marginalized genders. They have helpful resources and information which you can find by clicking on the above link.
I need to learn about being trans or gender diverse:
articles on gender including trans and gender rights, pronouns and more - click here
transgender 101: a guide to gender and identity - click here
Black Rainbow - click here
Black Rainbow is a national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Sistergirl and Brotherboy (LGBQTI+SB) organisation providing resources and community initiatives for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Lesbian LGBQTI+SB*.
I need LGBTQIA+ services:
ShineSA - click here
Bfriend - click here
Bfriend is a unique service including peer support, community connections, workplace training and volunteering opportunities for the LGBTQIA+ community.