IDAHOBIT stall at RNSH
NSLHD marks IDAHOBIT Northern Sydney Local Health District marked the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), a global day recognising ongoing efforts to eliminate discrimination against LGBTIQ+ communities in healthcare and society. IDAHOBIT commemorates the World Health Organisation’s decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder. More than three decades on, it remains a timely reminder that LGBTIQ+ people continue to experience inequities and barriers in accessing safe, respectful and inclusive care.
LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Health Care (Course Code 223561775) and In My Shoes (Course Code 161507496). NSLHD remains committed to providing safe, inclusive and respectful care for all patients, families and staff across the district. NSLHD encourages LGBTIQ+ patients to share their experiences through the LGBTIQ+ Patient Experience Survey: https://bit. ly/4eTfDX7
Across the district, NSLHD staff participated in information stalls and engagement activities designed to promote visibility, encourage conversation, and strengthen understanding of inclusive practice within health services. The events provided an opportunity for staff to access resources, reflect on practice, and demonstrate support for LGBTIQ+ colleagues, patients and communities. An interactive LGBTIQ+ history timeline quiz was made available, offering staff a way to explore key milestones in LGBTIQ+ rights and health in an accessible format. Staff are encouraged to continue building capability through short online learning modules on My Health Learning, including the Introduction to
IDAHOBIT stall at Hornsby
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