The Latest in LGBTIQ+ Health and Policy is a podcast that brings you the health and well-being hot topic discussions that matter to LGBTIQ+ people.
In this special episode of The Latest, we’re joined by the Hon Ged Kearney MP, Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, who speaks with heart and humility about her work to champion the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ+ people. Minister Kearney shares her pride in launching the National Action Plan for the Health and Wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ People 2025–2035, and her commitment to seeing its vision realised. From community-led leadership and cultural change to health literacy, service accessibility, workforce development and data reform – she covers it all with clarity and purpose.

With her trademark compassion and warmth, the Minister also reflects on her background as a nurse and the personal stories that fuel her drive to change the system. It’s impossible not to be moved as she speaks of the injustices she’s witnessed, and her determination to ensure that LGBTIQ+ people are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. This is an inspiring, hopeful conversation with someone who truly understands the power of health to change lives—and who pinches herself every day for the chance to do this work. Don’t miss it.

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This podcast was produced by JOY Media – Australia’s Rainbow Community Media Organisation. For more information about JOY’s services, visit joy.org.au/services