Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and asexual plus (LGBTIQA+) Inclusion Strategy

The State Government is developing a strategy to drive inclusiveness for LGBTIQA+ Western Australians.
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Developing Western Australia's LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Strategy

On 23 February 2024 the State Government announced the development of Western Australia’s (WA) first whole-of-government LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan (the Strategy).

The Hon Hannah Beazley MLA is the lead minister responsible for the delivery of the Strategy and Department of Communities (Communities) is the lead agency for development and implementation of the Strategy.

The Strategy will drive inclusion and promote the well-being and full social and economic participation of all LGBTIQA+ people in WA through identifying priority areas and associated actions to foster long-term change.

Communities is working with key partners to maximise community connection and engagement to inform development of the Strategy. To support this collaborative approach, governance and funding have been established.

Funding has been provided to three non-government organisations to support the development and implementation of the Strategy. These are:

A Strategy Reference Group (the Reference Group) is guiding consultation and engagement with LGBTIQA+ communities and sector organisations. It is co-chaired by Department of Communities and the peak body.

Communities has formed a Government Project Steering Group, including representatives of key State Government agencies, to provide strategic guidance for the development of the Strategy and implementation.

In November 2024, Rainbow Futures WA was appointed as the peak body to support the development and implementation of the Strategy, including guiding engagement with LGBTIQA+ communities and organisations.

Opportunities to have your say are now closed

Consultation with LGBTIQA+ people across Western Australia closed on 30 June 2025.

Thank you for having a say in the development of the Strategy. The State Government is committed to delivering a Strategy that responds to the diverse needs and aspirations of all LGBTIQA+ people in Western Australia and helps create a more inclusive community for all to thrive. The Strategy is planned for release in late 2025.

For any questions regarding the consultation process please email lgbtiqa@communities.wa.gov.au.

LGBTIQA+ Peak Body

Rainbow Futures WA is the Peak Body established to represent and advocate for Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and asexual plus people in Western Australia. To find out more visit Rainbow Futures WA.

LGBTIQA+ Reference Group

An LGBTIQA+ Reference Group was established to support engagement with the sector and people with lived experience. 

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