We've recently seen a wave of targeted attacks where perpetrators used fake profiles to lure people before ambushing them with robbery, assault, and homophobic abuse.
In response, Switchboard Victoria has launched a new dedicated helpline via the Rainbow Door service (details below) to support LGBTIQA+ people who’ve experienced violence linked to dating and meet-up apps.
It’s a serious issue, and in this episode Jack and Cal speak about the helpline and the support it offers with Switchboard CEO, Jenna Tuke.
Mentioned in this episode:
Our previous episode with Starlady discussing the Transfemme resource
Rainbow Door, the Free Victorian LGBTIQA+ Service available 10AM - 5PM, 7 days per week at 1800 729 367
Choose option 1 if you want to discuss an experience relating to Tech-Facilitated Violence
QLife, the Free Australia wide LGBTIQ+ service available 3PM - 12AM, 7 days per week at 1800 184 527
Check out our other JOY Podcasts for more on LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing at joy.org.au/wellwellwell.
If there’s something you’d like us to explore on the show, send through ideas or questions at wellwellwell@joy.org.au
Find out more about LGBTIQ+ services and events in Victoria and South Australia at thorneharbour.org and samesh.org.au.
