Strengthening Seniors Inclusion and Participation LGBTI+ Project (SSIP)
SSIP is a project delivered by Switchboard Victoria and partners Transgender Victoria and Val’s LGBTI+ Ageing and Aged Care in 2019-20.
This project aims to strengthen social inclusion and local community participation for older lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/gender diverse and intersex (LGBTI+) people across Victoria. Australian and international evidence shows significant barriers to ‘belonging’ for older LGBTI+ people compared to the general population. This can result in social isolation and reduced participation in local activities.
The SSIP LGBTI+ project aims to foster culturally safe opportunities for older LGBTI+ people to engage with mainstream organisations. Through community dialogue and local partnerships, activities will be developed with and by LGBTI+ seniors, based around their needs and interests.
Need more information?
For further information please contact:
Meredith Butler
SSIP Project Coordinator - Switchboard Victoria
Phone: (03) 9663 2474 or 0455 777 387
Email: outreach@switchboard.org.au