and targets in the NSW Strategy are leading the way nationally, and the decision to remove the co-payment for HIV medication is another example of how this Government has demonstrated…
Mental health support and counselling during the bushfire emergency
ACON’s counselling services are available to those needing support during this difficult time. We acknowledge the trauma and pain many in our communities are experiencing as a result…
ACON Commends Retiring NSW Health Minister
for ending HIV transmission by 2020 was driven by Minister Skinner and the success that the strategy is moving towards will be an important and lasting legacy. ”Making HIV prevention…
IDAHOT 2015
these issues, and a program that is making a real difference for LGBTIQ young people.” Another great initiative is the new sports equality index which our Pride In Diversity program…
Get Into The PlayZone
and will receive free training for staff about HIV, sexual health, PEP, PrEP, drug and alcohol awareness and first aid. Commenting, ACON CEO, Nicolas Parkhill, said: “The development of this…
Pride In Sport And Alex Blackwell Statements On Fox Sports And Megan Barnard
In response to offensive comments made by Fox Sports reporter Tom Morris, Pride in Sport, the national not-for-profit program that supports Australian sporting organisations and clubs in all…
Rapid HIV Testing To Pop Up At Broken Heel Festival
Aussie film Priscilla Queen of the Desert. The festival kicks off Friday 11 September and goes through to Sunday 13 September with an exciting programme of events. Georgiana Simpson, Acting…
Red Ribbon Appeal 2022: Go Red For World AIDS Day and Make an Impact
In the lead up to World AIDS Day, communities across NSW are encouraged to get involved with the Red Ribbon Appeal to raise funds and awareness for initiatives…
About ACON: Contact
the ACON building. All Sydney trains pass through this station. By Bus An outbound bus stop is located right outside the ACON building near the corner of Elizabeth and Devonshire…
New At-Home HIV Testing Service Puts ‘You’ in Control
have made a]TEST] a success, with clients supported by peers throughout the process. “Gay and other men who have sex with men in our communities can already access self-testing devices…
Latest HIV data shows continued progress towards ending HIV
by test, email or phone. HIV Testing Week runs from 1-7 June. For more information, go to health.nsw.gov.au/HIV-test . MEDIA ENQUIRIES Reg Domingo ACON Media and Communications rdomingo@acon.org.au 0400 358…
New Resource Addresses Substance Use In LGBTIQ Community
A new online resource linking members of the LGBTIQ community to information and support relating to alcohol and other drug (AOD) use has been launched today by NSW’s…
Australian Business, Sport And Health Leaders To Champion LGBTI Inclusion
Programs, go to www.prideinclusionprograms.com.au ENDS For more information please contact: David Alexander, ACON Media and Communications E: dalexander@acon.org.au T: +61 (02) 9206 2044 M: +61 (0)428 477 042…
What We’re Here For: Cancer
includes drinking less alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight, eating healthy, being more active, protecting your skin and quitting smoking. 1 in 3 cancers can be prevented through these healthy lifestyle…
ACON Statement On NSW PrEP Seroconversion Case
and is reflected by the Australian clinical guidelines for prescribing PrEP*. However, should you wish to consider taking PrEP on-demand rather than daily, you should fully explore the choice between…
Virtual Forum to Explore Impacts of COVID-19 on LGBTQ People in Regional NSW
How the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is affecting LGBTQ people in regional NSW will be explored during a special online forum ‘ COVID-19 and Our Regional Communities’ ,…
First Nations In The 2017 Sydney Mardi Gras Parade
past parade entries visit: Interactive history of First Peoples entries in the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade www.blackmardigras.net ENDS For more information please contact: David Alexander, ACON Media and Communications…
LGBTI Training For Riverina Services
the skills of local services to provide LGBTI-inclusive care. Produced and delivered by us, with the support of Murrumbidgee PHN, the free one day training courses will provide information, practical…
New Website Helping LGBTI Job Seekers Find Inclusive Workplaces
step towards equal treatment and respect for all LGBTI employees in Australia. “Our LGBTI Inclusive Employers website is a valuable platform for showcasing the work being done by Australian employers…
Wearing It Purple To Celebrate Our LGBTI Youth
mental health,” Dr Koonin said. “That’s why ACON commends efforts to increase the safety, health and wellbeing of young people in our communities. Initiatives like Wear It Purple and programs…