GRAI - GLBT Rights in Ageing

The GRAI Vision – Advocacy, dignity, respect.

LGBTI elders should be welcomed and feel safe to be themselves in all environments and with all services.

We are a voluntary group that works to enhance the quality of life for GLBTI (gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans*, intersex) elders, focusing on improving GLBTI awareness in aged care services (both residential and community care). We also aim to promote healthy ageing and social inclusion for older GLBTI people through a range of events and projects.
GRAI

The GRAI Mission StatementWe put people first.

We advocate for LGBTI elders; rights with governments; provide training in the aged care sector, and collaborate with researchers in order to increase the visibility and understanding of, and respect for GLBTI elders. Our work with the community aims to strengthen social connectivity through peer and intergenerational friendships.
Should you have any questions about our work, GLBTI issues in ageing or to become involved in GRAI please contact us.

feature galleryComing Out Of Covid

Lockdown? I love it – I love my own company – all those books, Foxtel, internet, my movie library…I went shopping yesterday – was sorry at first, took me awhile before I would go out. AUNTY VANESSA

Acorn Photo visited some of our fave LGBT elders, capturing these beautiful images along with a variety of iso anecdotes thanks to June Lowe.

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GRAI EVENTSAn AGM to remember!

GRAI would like to thank all of the members and friends that made our 2020 AGM such a wonderful success. It was a record turnout and can only lead to even bigger and better things next year. Special thanks to the GRAI board for all their hard work and our very special guest Manuao TeAotonga…

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Queer BookClub March Review – LessApril 15, 2021A Bigger Boot Scooting Barn Dance in 2021 thanks to ANZ Mardi Gras grantNovember 26, 2020GRAI Annual Report 2020October 20, 2020Talking Generations GamesOctober 19, 2020