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This week, in our LGBT Australian Podcast Let's Be Perfectly Queer:

On this episode we dive into Minus18’s Queer Youth Now 2025 national survey which gives us a look at the real-life experiences of LGBTQIA+ youth in Australia, aged 13–25. From affirming friendships to alarming stats about discrimination, we discuss and unpack the data, reflect on visibility, and celebrate moments of queer joy.

Whether you're an ally, educator, queer youth yourself, or just curious this is an important episode to see just how our LGBTQ+ youth are doing in today's climate.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What is Minus18 and why this survey matters
• Key stats from 2,700+ LGBTQIA+ young people across Australia
• Why visibility is powerful, but not always safe
• The role of teachers, schools, and support systems
• Queer joy: stories that made us feel
• 6 things LGBTQIA+ youth say help them feel accepted
• What this means for the future of queer youth, education, and inclusion
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🎧 So grab your headphones, hit play and lets chat... and until next time, stay perfectly queer!

Archie & Katie 🌈

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📝 Read the full Minus18 Report: minus18.org.au/national-survey-2025
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Support Lines (Australia):

• QLife (LGBTQI+ support): 1800 184 527
• Lifeline is available 24/7 – 13 11 14
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• Crisis Care Helpline is available 24/7 – 1800 199 008
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• Head to health online chat - headtohealth.gov.au
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