Pride in Action Network

The Pride in Action Network (PiAN) is the University of Melbourne’s LGBTIQA+ network. It connects staff and students who identify as LGBTIQA+ with their allies and supporters.

The network creates opportunities to share information and foster an inclusive and supportive workplace and learning environment.

Join the network

Join the network and receive the Pride in Action Network newsletter. Our newsletter will provide regular updates to students and staff about events and news, as well as resources for the LGBTIQA+ community here at the University.

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About the PiAN volunteer committee

Volunteer committee roles

The Pride in Action Network committee includes a range of key roles that ensure both students and staff are represented.

Meet the current committee

Get to know the current volunteer committee members who represent the University's LGBTIQA+ community.

Terms of reference

Review the terms of reference that outlines the purpose of the volunteer committee and direction of their work.

LGBTIQA+ inclusive resources

LGBTIQA+ student resources

Connect with services, opportunities and communities that support queer students to thrive at the University.

Gender affirmation support

The Safer Community Program provides specialist support for trans and gender diverse students and staff.

Gender affirmation video series

'Return to Self' is a 5-part series, exploring gender affirmation through the experiences of three trans people.

Intersex awareness & resources

A community-informed collection of resources that speak to the diverse experiences of intersex people.

Free HIV self-testing kits

Access these free kits from the CONNECT vending machine on Level 1 of the Arts and Cultural Building (159).

Travel resources

Guidance and resources for LGBTQIA+ staff and graduate researchers considering travel overseas.

How to be a good LGBTIQA+ ally

A resource collection for heterosexual and/or cisgender allies to build their understanding of LGBTIQA+ allyship.

LGBTIQA+ days of significance

Midsumma Pride March

An LGBTIQA+ pride parade held in St Kilda during the annual Midsumma Festival. The network marches in the parade with staff and students.

Trans Day of Visibility

Held annually on March 31, TDOV honours the achievements, lives, and resilience of transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse people.

IDAHOBIT

Held annually on May 17, IDAHOBIT is the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex Discrimination, and Transphobia.

Wear It Purple Day

Held annually on the last Friday of August, Wear It Purple Day is an opportunity to show visible support for LGBTIQA+ young people.

Discover more inclusive University programs

Disability Resource Hub

Discover services and supports for students and staff with disability, or find resources to advance your inclusive practice.

Murrup Barak

A program that provides dedicated support to the University's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student community.

Respect at Melbourne

A program committed to eliminating sexual misconduct and gender-based violence from the University community.