BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GayOut//Event Export//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT UID:366176@gayout.com DTSTAMP:20261026T050702Z DTSTART:20261119T180000Z DTEND:20261119T210000Z SUMMARY:Industry Insights –\\; The Modern Queer Experience in Therap y DESCRIPTION:Understanding the challenges\\, experiences and mental health needs of LGBTIQA+ communities today.\\nWhat does seeking mental health s upport look like for LGBTIQA+ people today? What challenges are shaping t he queer experience\\, and how can we create more inclusive\\, affirming and effective approaches to mental health care?\\nJoin us at the Victoria n Pride Centre for the second session of Industry Insights\\, a series br inging together professionals\\, community leaders and organisations to e xplore important issues\\, share experiences and build meaningful connect ions.\\nThe Modern Queer Experience in Therapy will bring together a pane l of professionals to explore the evolving mental health landscape for LG BTQIA+ communities and the challenges that are bringing queer clients to therapy.\\nThrough an open and thought-provoking conversation\\, our pane llists will explore:\\nMental health in LGBTIQA+ communities: Understandi ng the current challenges\\, emerging trends and evolving support needs.\ \nQueerness and neurodivergence: Exploring the intersection of LGBTIQA+ i dentities and neurodivergence\\, and the importance of inclusive\\, affir ming care.\\nLoneliness and social connection: Examining the growing expe rience of isolation and the role of community\\, belonging and meaningful relationships.\\nNavigating today’\\;s political and social climate : Understanding how increasing hostility\\, discrimination and uncertaint y can affect mental health and wellbeing.\\nSupporting queer clients: Sha ring different therapeutic approaches\\, lived experiences and strategies for providing culturally responsive and affirming support.\\nThis conver sation will offer valuable perspectives on the realities facing LGBTQIA+ people today\\, while encouraging greater understanding\\, collaboration and connection between mental health professionals\\, community organisat ions and the wider community.\\nWhether you work in mental health\\, comm unity services\\, advocacy or simply have an interest in LGBTIQA+ wellbei ng\\, this event is an opportunity to learn\\, exchange ideas and be part of an important conversation.\\n \\;\\nEvent Schedule\\n5:30pm – 6 :30pm | Arrival &\\; Welcome\\nJoin us at the Victorian Pride Centre a nd connect with fellow attendees.\\n6:30pm – 7:30pm | Panel Discussion &\\; Audience Q&\\;A\\nHear from our panellists as they share profe ssional insights\\, experiences and perspectives\\, followed by an opport unity for audience questions.\\n7:30pm – 9:00pm | Networking &\\; So cial Connections\\nContinue the conversation\\, meet like-minded professi onals and community members\\, and build meaningful connections in a welc oming and inclusive environment.\\nAbout Industry Insights\\nIndustry Ins ights is an initiative of the Victorian Pride Centre designed to bring to gether professionals\\, organisations and community members through meani ngful conversations on topics affecting LGBTQIA+ communities.\\nThrough e xpert-led discussions\\, shared experiences and networking opportunities\ \, the series aims to encourage learning\\, strengthen professional and c ommunity connections\\, and inspire positive change.\\nJoin us for an eve ning of insightful conversations\\, shared perspectives and meaningful co nnections.\\nhttps://www.gayout.com/asia-aus/australia/melbourne/events/i ndustry-insights-8211-the-modern-queer-experience-in-therapy-2026-11-19 LOCATION:Victorian Pride Centre URL:https://www.gayout.com/asia-aus/australia/melbourne/events/industry-insights-8211-the-modern-queer-experience-in-therapy-2026-11-19 STATUS:CONFIRMED END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR