{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/1ac1e160-dbf7-41e4-b3c3-edcaba28f7a6/66845dc09249f596b7189b26?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Pride","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/610bc2b274807599cd971e3b/1720025418627-0d295c7381cce0ca6820d396743f7ad2.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Hello and welcome to the With Mon podcast - as promised, we are covering all things.. Pride.</p><p><br></p><p>Due to a delayed flight last week&nbsp;– we are EXTENDING Pride month, I want to keep these festivities going.</p><p><br></p><p>So today I thought it was the perfect opportunity to look at the origins of Pride, as well as some perhaps lesser-known facts about the community. We’re also going to delve into Queer culture and hear from some absolute legends.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>And it doesn’t matter if you’re queer or identify as straight, whatever - this episode is all about celebration, resilience and coming together in all our different forms. Also, I don’t want to toot my own horn but it’s really interesting. So without further ado – let’s dive on in…</p><p><br></p><p>Check out Queer artist Eureka’s work below 👇</p><p><br></p><p>INSTAGRAM: @eurekaartist</p><p><a href=\"http://eurekamichael.blogspot.com/?m=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">http://eurekamichael.blogspot.com/?m=1</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get in touch if you'd like to suggest an idea for an episode or just to say G'day &lt;3</strong></p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thewithmonpodcast/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>INSTAGRAM</strong></a>: https://www.instagram.com/thewithmonpodcast/</p><p><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></a>: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon</p><p><strong>EMAIL:</strong> listen_with_mon@outlook.com</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Here’s a list of support organizations and resources for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies in Australia:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>QLife</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website: (https://www.qlife.org.au/)</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Description: Provides anonymous and free LGBTQIA+ peer support and referral via phone and web chat.</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Phone: 1800 184 527</p><p><br></p><p>Minus18</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website: (https://www.minus18.org.au/)</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Description: Youth-led organization focused on improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ youth through education, events, and resources.</p><p><br></p><p>Black Rainbow</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website:(https://www.blackrainbow.org.au/)</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Description: An advocacy platform and support network for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQIA+ people.</p><p><br></p><p>ACON</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website: (https://www.acon.org.au/)</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Description: Specializes in HIV prevention, HIV support, and LGBTQIA+ health.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Queer Organizations for Being a Good Ally (Australia-Wide)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>PFLAG Australia</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website: [pflag.org.au](https://www.pflag.org.au/)</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Description: A support network for parents, families, and friends of LGBTQIA+ people.</p><p><br></p><p>Rainbow Families</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website: [rainbowfamilies.com.au](https://www.rainbowfamilies.com.au/)</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Description: Supports LGBTQIA+ parents and their families, offering resources and community connections.</p><p><br></p><p>The Equality Project</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website: [theequalityproject.org.au](https://www.theequalityproject.org.au/)</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Description: Focuses on creating a more inclusive and equal Australia through education, training, and advocacy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Queer Organizations for Educational Resources (Australia-Wide)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>The Pinnacle Foundation</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website: (https://thepinnaclefoundation.org/)</p><p><br></p><p>Twenty10</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Website: (https://www.twenty10.org.au/)</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Description: Provides support services, including housing, mental health, and social support for LGBTQIA+ young people.</p>","author_name":"Monika O'Hanlon"}