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The latest surveys, publications, training and scholarship opportunities at the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS).
Recent publications
Rainbow Mob Are My Mob 
A best practice model designed for ACCOs to increase Rainbow Mob inclusion in their organisations, co-authored by VACCHO and Rainbow Health Australia.
Celebrate Pride – Creating spaces where young people can connect, belong and thrive 
This guide outlines the evidence base and rationale for hosting LGBTIQA+ youth events, and provides practical advice when doing so.
Beyond 'The Talk'
Supporting parents and carers to speak with children about sex, relationships and consent
What supports parents and carers to have conversations with their school-aged children about sex, relationships, and consent?
We examined the challenges and barriers parents face in initiating and sustaining meaningful conversations with their children on these topics, as well as the strategies they employ to encourage such discussions.
Pride in Prevention Program Guide
A guide to programming for primary prevention of family violence experienced by LGBTIQ+ communities.
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Accessible Word version
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Briefing papers: LGBTQA+ mental health and suicidality at the intersection of...
2025
At the Intersection of LGBTQA+ Identity and Ethnicity: Insights on Mental Health and Suicidality in Australia 
Jordan Hinton, Natalie Amos, Gene Lim, Kian Jin Tan, Adam Bourne
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At the Intersection of LGBTQA+ Identity and Older Age: Insights on Mental Health and Suicidality in Australia 
Jordan Hinton, Natalie Amos, Ruby Grant, Adam Bourne
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At the Intersection of LGBTQA+ Identity and Residential Location: Insights on Mental Health and Suicidality in Australia 
Jordan Hinton, Natalie Amos, Ruby Grant, Adam Bourne
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At the Intersection of LGBTQA+ Identity and Socio-Economic Status (SES): Insights on Mental Health and Suicidality in Australia 
Jordan Hinton, Natalie Amos, Joel Anderson, Adam Bourne
Trans Health: Insights from ARCSHS 
A summary and synthesis of our peer-reviewed analyses of the impact of gender affirmation on the lives of trans and gender diverse people.
LGBTQIA+ people's experiences of cancer care and navigation services 
This Cancer-Council-Australia-commissioned report brings together evidence on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people with cancer across the care continuum.
The findings highlight persistent disparities, systemic barriers, and psychosocial challenges, while also identifying protective factors and opportunities for service improvement.
Building an integrated support system for young people's sexual health and wellbeing 
Strengths, challenges and future directions for the non-government sector
This report outlines the role of non-government organisations in supporting young people’s sexual health and wellbeing in Australia.
Interruptions
This report presents findings from the Interruptions study which investigated experiences of discontinuing and recommencing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among gay, bisexual and queer men and non-binary people.
Futures of Substance Briefing Papers
Futures of Substance: Exploring impactful (or 'problematic') alchol and other drug use in LGBTQ+ communities - Executive summary 
A summary of the Futures of Substance project's background and purpose, methods, findings, and key recommendations for policy/systems, health promotion and service providers/service workers.
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Futures of Substance Briefing paper 1 - Motivations for substance use among LGBTQ+ people 
This first factsheet specifically explores motivations for substance use, which provides essential grounding context about how LGBTQ+ individuals engage not only with substances, but also their support needs.
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Futures of Substance Briefing paper 2 - Understandings of impactful (or 'problematic') AOD use 
This factsheet explores how LGBTQ+ people come to understand their substance use as impactful, and how that understanding shapes how and when they sought support, and their relationships with others.
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Futures of Substance Briefing paper 3 - LGBTQ+ people's experiences of professional AOD support 
Impactful use was linked to many relational, occupational, legal and health-related challenges that eventually outweighed the benefits of using substances, motivating participants to access professional support.
Participants described key factors that helped them engage with support services, benefit from therapy, and build strong relationships with providers.
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Futures of Substance Briefing paper 4 - Peer cultures of AOD care within the LGBTQ+ community 
This factsheet explores how peer cultures of care function within the LGBTQ+ community.
QSOX Briefing Papers
QSOX Briefing Paper 1: LBQ Women and Alcohol
This briefing paper explores lesbian, bisexual, and queer (LBQ) women and non-binary people’s experiences of alcohol use over time. It highlights how drinking practices are shaped by social connection, identity, and coping, as well as by broader life circumstances such as relationships and stress. This resource provides insights to inform more inclusive and strengths-based alcohol policy, education, and support initiatives.
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QSOX Briefing Paper 2: LBQ Women and Smoking
This briefing paper examines the social, emotional, and cultural dimensions of smoking among LBQ women and non-binary people. It shows that smoking often carries meanings of autonomy, resilience, and gender expression, while also being used to manage stress or trauma. The findings highlight the need for affirming, non-judgemental information and cessation supports that recognise identity, community, and lived experience.
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QSOX Briefing Paper 3: LBQ Women and Vaping
This briefing paper investigates how vaping features in LBQ women and non-binary people’s lives as a practice tied to identity, pleasure, and coping. It reveals that vaping can be both affirming and challenging, offering comfort and community connection while sometimes leading to dependence or shame. The paper offers recommendations for culturally responsive vaping policy, education, and harm reduction strategies.
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QSOX Practice Guide: Supporting LBQ women and non-binary people with alcohol, tobacco and nicotine use
This practical guide translates findings from the QSOX study into practical strategies for alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) services and health professionals. It outlines inclusive, trauma-informed, and identity-affirming approaches to support clients’ diverse goals around substance use. The guide is designed to help services create safer, more responsive environments for LBQ women and non-binary people seeking care.