Transgender Victoria (TGV) is Victoria’s leading body for transgender, gender diverse and non-binary (TGD) people. Formed in 2000, TGV is a trans-led non-profit organisation, working for, by and with trans communities to achieve better social, economic and health outcomes. TGV represents TGD communities by fostering connection, advocating for change and supporting trans people to lead full and meaningful lives.[1] In December 2014, Transgender Victoria won the Community Organisation Award, from the Australian Human Rights Commission.[2][3]
| Abbreviation | TGV |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2000 |
| Type | NGO |
| Purpose | Promotion of transgender human rights and health |
Region served | Victoria, Australia |
CEO | Dr. Son Vivienne |
| Website | tgv |
Origins and management
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Transgender Victoria was co-founded by Kayleen White and Sally Goldner, in the late 1990s. Current board members include Jax Brown, Kim Lee, Michelle McNamara, Fidan Senova, Sophie Shrimpton and Dr. Son Vivienne.[4]
Activism
editTransgender Victoria presents on transgender and gender diverse issues to universities and medical students,[5] media organisations[6] and many others. A "What makes an Ally" project in partnership with Ygender promotes acceptance of transgender and gender diverse people.[7] TGV also provides peer support, in particular on anxiety and depression issues. TGV also provides LGBT and intersex cultural competency training in aged care. [5]
TGV works on advocacy issues in partnership with many other organizations, including on anti-discrimination protections. On 25 June 2013, the Commonwealth Sex Discrimination Amendment (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Intersex Status) Act passed following collaborative advocacy work, and with cross-party support. It became law on 1 August 2013.[8][9]
Awards and recognition
editTransgender Victoria received the Australian Human Rights Commission's 2014 "Community Award - Organisation" in December 2014. TGV was shortlisted "for its dedication to achieving justice, equity and quality health and community services for transgender people, their partners, families and friends".[10][2][11][12]
Affiliations
editTGV is a member of LGBTIQ+ Health Australia.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Transgender Victoria. "About TGV". Transgender Victoria. Archived from the original on 29 November 2018. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
- ^ a b Australian Human Rights Commission. "Community Award – Organisation / Human Rights Awards 2014". Australian Human Rights Commission. Archived from the original on 3 July 2019. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
- ^ Jahshan, Elias (11 December 2014). "Transgender Victoria honoured at Human Rights Awards". Star Observer. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
- ^ Transgender Victoria. "Who We Are". Transgender Victoria. Archived from the original on 3 June 2024. Retrieved 21 August 2024.
- ^ a b Transgender Victoria (24 December 2014). "2014 was a big year for Transgender Victoria". Gay News Network. Archived from the original on 29 December 2014. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
- ^ Nicholson, Larissa (6 June 2014). "When the dress fits: Carrum schoolgirl leaves gender definitions behind". The Age. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
- ^ Schafter, Monique (8 July 2014). "Referrals soar at Australia's clinic for transgender youth as support programs get fresh funding". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
- ^ LGBTI groups welcome the passage of "historic" national discrimination laws, Organisation Intersex International Australia, NSW Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby, Transgender Victoria, A Gender Agenda, Victorian Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby, 26 June 2013
- ^ Sex Discrimination Amendment (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Intersex Status) Act 2013, No. 98, 2013. C2013A00098, ComLaw, 2013
- ^ Australian Human Rights Commission. "Human Rights Awards 2014 / everyone, everywhere, everyday". Australian Human Rights Commission. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
- ^ TransFamily (2014). "Transgender Victoria (TGV) wins the Community Organisation Award". TransFamily. Archived from the original on 8 July 2017. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
- ^ Findlay, James (11 December 2014). "Transgender Victoria wins Human Rights Award". Gay News Network. Archived from the original on 1 January 2015. Retrieved 1 January 2015.