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The role of psychiatrists in working with Trans and Gender Diverse people
LGBTIQ+
This statement outlines the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) position in working with Trans and Gender Diverse (TGD) people in Australia and New Zealand and the role of psychiatrists in responding to their mental health needs.
Position statement- Last updated: Dec 2023
- Published in Australia
- PS #103
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Recognising and addressing the mental health needs of the LGBTIQ+ population
LGBTIQ+
Evidence shows that discrimination and marginalisation experienced by the LGBTIQ+ population increases their risk of developing mental health issues, and also creates barriers to accessing services.
Position statement- Last updated: Aug 2021
- Published in Australia
- PS #83
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Consultation into banning LGBTIQ+ conversion practices in New South Wales
LGBTIQ+
RANZCP submission to the NSW Government Department of Communities and Justice and the NSW Ministry of Health on the Banning of LGBTIQ+ Conversion Practices. PDF Submission
Submission- Last updated: Aug 2023
- Published in NSW
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Current and emerging threats to trans and gender diverse human rights
LGBTIQ+
RANZCP's submission to the Australian Human Rights Commission’s (AHRC) public consultation regarding current and emerging threats to TGD human rights.
Submission- Last updated: Apr 2024
- Published in Australia
