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...
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 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...
40 years of ACON. See the moments, hear the stories. Community photographers William Yang, CMoore Hardy, Ann-Marie Calilhanna and Mark Dickson have captured the action at the events which have shaped four decades of ACON's work in the communities. At this very special one-off free community event in Universal - the building where ACON was...
A SPECIAL QUEER NIGHT AT BELVOIR ST THEATRE Virginia Woolf’s most beloved and brilliant novel takes to the stage in a joyous new adaptation at Belvoir St Theatre. Experience this pioneering work exploring themes of gender, imperialism, nature, technology at Belvoir’s Queer Night – a safe space for the queer community and their allies to...
Purchase Tickets Here Queer Backstage Tours of The Wharf Sydney Theatre Company is thrilled to present this special tour in celebration of ACON’s 40th Anniversary. Sydney Theatre Company has a rich history of LGBTQIA+ storytelling on its stages, as well as behind the scenes. This tour will provide exclusive access to Queer theatrical memories from...
Purchase Tickets Here Experience Jonathan Larson's electrifying, multi-Tony® Award winning musical, in this critically-acclaimed new production at the Sydney Opera House. Step into the vibrant streets of New York City’s East Village, where dreams are born, friendships are tested, and the power of love prevails against all odds. This groundbreaking phenomenon, inspired by Puccini’s La Bohème is...
Purchase Tickets Here Queer Backstage Tours of The Wharf Sydney Theatre Company is thrilled to present this special tour in celebration of ACON’s 40th Anniversary. Sydney Theatre Company has a rich history of LGBTQIA+ storytelling on its stages, as well as behind the scenes. This tour will provide exclusive access to Queer theatrical memories from...
Book A Stall Proudly a free event, EVERYONE is welcome at the Parramatta Pride Picnic! As western Sydney’s largest Pride event, Parramatta Pride Picnic is proudly a collaboration between ACON, Inclusiv Events and Parramatta Queer Forum, part of ACON’s Inclusive Communities Networks, alongside a dedicated team of volunteer event organisers. Celebrating great vibes, fierce looks,...
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...
You’re invited to an evening of impact and inspiration as we celebrate 40 years of ACON. The ACON 40 Ruby Gala Dinner will bring together community leaders, allies and supporters for a night of celebration and performance. The gala is hosted by ABC broadcaster Jeremy Fernandez and drag icon Courtney Act, and will feature First...
