The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ communities in Australia.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTlQSB+ People and the COVlD-19 Pandemic
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The pandemic has exacerbated existing inequalities and discrimination faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ people.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTlQSB+ People and the COVlD-19 Pandemic
© Copyright 2023 Black Rainbow and Macquarie University

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ people have experienced higher rates of unemployment, poverty, and homelessness during the pandemic.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTlQSB+ People and the COVlD-19 Pandemic
© Copyright 2023 Black Rainbow and Macquarie University

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ people have also experienced higher rates of mental health problems, substance abuse, and family violence during the pandemic.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTlQSB+ People and the COVlD-19 Pandemic
© Copyright 2023 Black Rainbow and Macquarie University

The pandemic has made it more difficult for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ people to access healthcare, housing, and other essential services.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTlQSB+ People and the COVlD-19 Pandemic 
© Copyright 2023 Black Rainbow and Macquarie University

The pandemic has also made it more difficult for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ people to participate in education, employment, and other activities.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTQIASB+ people and mental health and wellbeing
Author: Madi Day, Bronwyn Carlson, Dameyon Bonson and Terri Farrelly ©2023

The pandemic has also shown the resilience and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ communities.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTQIASB+ people and mental health and wellbeing
Author: Madi Day, Bronwyn Carlson, Dameyon Bonson and Terri Farrelly ©2023

The pandemic has also shown the resilience and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ communities.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTQIASB+ people and mental health and wellbeing
Author: Madi Day, Bronwyn Carlson, Dameyon Bonson and Terri Farrelly ©2023

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ people have been at the forefront of the fight against COVID-19.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTQIASB+ people and mental health and wellbeing
Author: Madi Day, Bronwyn Carlson, Dameyon Bonson and Terri Farrelly ©2023

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQSB+ people have made significant contributions to the development of COVID-19 response and recovery strategies.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander LGBTQIASB+ people and mental health and wellbeing
Author: Madi Day, Bronwyn Carlson, Dameyon Bonson and Terri Farrelly ©2023

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Futures Fund

Black Rainbow Futures Fund

Black Rainbow is investing in the futures of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQA+SB community and are offering up to $1000 to eight Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQA+SB recipients each year. 

The Futures Fund is a development bursary awarded to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQA+SB community members who demonstrate they are high achievers and are excelling in their chosen field and require additional support. 

These include but are not limited to the education and professional sectors and trade, arts, and sport. 

The Futures Fund are open to Indigenous LGBTIQA+SB individuals who meet the criteria detailed below:

To be eligible for consideration for the Futures Fund, you must meet every one of the following eligibility criteria:

  •      Identify as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQA+SB person.
  •      Australian citizen or permanent resident (proof required during application stage)
  •      At least 15 years of age on the day of closure of applications October 1st, of each year. 
  •      Can demonstrate high achievement and merit in their field.

To express your interest please fill out the form below and a Black Rainbow representative will be in touch. Please ensure you tell us a little about yourself, and what you plan to do if you were selected to be a recipient of the Futures Fund. 

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Connection And Connectivity

We provide pre-paid phone and data credit to for up to three months in any calendar period to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQA+SB community members.

This initiative allows for rainbow mob to stay connected with family, friends, and with services. We assess all requests every Friday. Requests need to be in by Thursday, the day before.

We offer up to 3 months in any 12-month calendar year period

To access this initiative please complete the response form below.

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Contagion Of Love Community Micro-Grants

Our microgrants are available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQA+SB community members. These micro-grants are to the value of $300 and include $200 to assist with hosting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQA+SB led community events. Each grant comes with a swag of selected Black Rainbow merchandise. We assess all requests every Friday. Requests need to be in by Thursday, the day before.

To access this initiative please complete the response form below.

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