Born in 1985 as the community united to address the HIV epidemic, throughout the decades ACON has expanded to deliver a huge variety of programs and campaigns to maximise the health of our LGBTQ+ communities. You're invited to join us to look back at four decades of ACON's evolution, and look ahead to the future....
Turning 40 allows for a little celebration and some trans joy as an act of resistance. With recent historical changes in legislation that have made it far easier to change gender markers on birth certificates in NSW, there are lot of wins to celebrate in the trans and gender diverse community, which is now more...
Whether you’re a fan of disco, ballroom, or just getting down to some good old pop hits, we’ve got it all covered. And don’t worry, we’ve got plenty of seating for those who want to take a break and chat. But trust us, you won’t want to sit down for long because the dance floor...
Join us for an afternoon of community story sharing, solidarity and connection. ACON, in collaboration with the Kirketon Road Centre (KRC), Sex Workers Outreach Project (SWOP) and NSW Users and AIDS Association (NUAA), will hold a special event marking International Overdose Awareness Day. Supported by the Surry Hills Community Drug Action Team, this event on...
Book Here Revisit a much-loved Australian queer classic, in celebration of ACON’s 40th anniversary Australia | 2015 | English | Romance, Drama | MA15+ Based on the much-loved Australian queer memoir, Holding the Man is the story of a fifteen year love affair starring Ryan Corr and Craig Stott, alongside Guy Pearce, Anthony LaPaglia and Kerry Fox. The course of teenage love rarely runs...
For ACON’s 40 anniversary festival, we want to give our beloved BINGAY monthly fundraiser a sporty twist! SPORTY 40 BINGAY will be a camp and cheeky social night out for a good cause. Our hosts are drag star Charisma Belle and ball girl Naomi Palmer, who'll be joined by guests from the LGBTQ+ sporting communities....
Book here The Art Gallery of NSW and ACON's LOVE Project have partnered to offer free monthly art experiences for LGBTQ+ people and allies, 18 years and over. All genders, sexualities and cultural background welcome. The Art Gallery wants to share their collection, exhibitions and passion for art. You are invited to monthly visits, offering...
ACON is taking over the Wharf 2 Theatre at Sydney Theatre Company to create the ACON 40 Hub. A full day featuring a series of sessions that will celebrate, reflect and allow us to share stories and connect to community and beyond. We will be reflecting on our history and celebrating LGBTQ+ trailblazers, queer theatre,...
From the early days of HIV to today, people in our communities step up to care for others who need them. In this panel discussion hosted by ACON CEO Michael Woodhouse, we explore the role of volunteer and family carers, supporting carers and how our culture of care has changed over the last 40 years....
Everyone comes out in their own way. Not all of us do. Hosted by ABC journalist Mon Schafter, this panel will explore the notion of ‘coming out’ and how it takes multiple forms through diverse stories and experiences. Our guests share personal stories about choosing to share their identities with others on their own terms...
Meet a panel of trailblazers in Australian LGBTQ+ history with FIRSTS, hosted by the ABC’s Jeremy Fernandez. This event assembles some of the nation’s pioneering advocates and changemakers who’ve opened doors and elevated visibility of the rainbow community in their respective fields. As rights and recognition of the community come under threat of erosion around...
40 Years of Queer Theatre: The People, The Shows, The Stories Sydney Theatre Company Artistic Director Mitchell Butel will host this panel discussion exploring the history of queer theatre in NSW. Queer story telling has been on our stages in various guises since the curtain was first drawn and has transformed over time - through...
