Writer and academic, Dennis Altman, is heading to Woodend next week as part of an event organised by the Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health’s Country LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Program (CLIP).
The event, called Birds of a Feather, falls on the same week as World Aids Day, which is an annual day of reflection and remembrance observed since 1988.
Mr Altman, who is an influential voice in the field of LGBTIQA+ rights, sexuality, politics and their inter-relationship, will draw on his life and career — sharing his insights on ‘The Lessons of AIDS: Queer Rights Beyond Our Borders’.
Birds of a Feather luncheons are held at venues across the Macedon Ranges and offer an inclusive event, welcoming all individuals regardless of age, and who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex.
They create a safe and affirming space for the sharing of inspirational stories from LGBTIQA+ people, and an opportunity for people to come together and feel a sense of belonging.
The upcoming event is taking place on December 5, from 12 to 2 pm at the Victoria Hotel in Woodend.
Entry is free, drinks and meals at bar prices.
To book your place, go to www.sunburycobaw.org.au/birds-of-a-feather-dec-2024.
If you have any questions, email belinda.brain@scchc.org.au or call 5421 1666.
