Conversion Practices Ban Act 2024
The Conversion Practices Ban Act 2024, which prohibits practices aimed at changing or suppressing an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, was passed by the NSW Parliament on 22 March 2024.
The Act will come into effect on 3 April 2025 and applies to offences committed from this date onwards.
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Operation WorldPride 2023
The NSW Police Force is excited to welcome visitors to Sydney – in particular all those coming together to enjoy Sydney WorldPride 2023 – and celebrate our global LGBTIQ+ communities.
The NSW Police Force team has put in months of work in conjunction with event organisers and our LGBTIQ+ communities planning and developing our operation to ensure all can enjoy events safely.
Visit the official Sydney WorldPride 2023 website for more event specific information: https://sydneyworldpride.com/
Gather. Dream. Amplify.
During Sydney WorldPride 2023, many different clans and communities have come together as one to celebrate with our global LGBTQIA+ community.
Tee is a proud Wiradjuri woman, working in the Orana Mid-Western Police District.
She is NSW Police Force's first Aboriginal Community Liason Officer (ACLO) and GLLO/LGBTIQ+ Liaison Officer, helping to bridge the gap for LGBTIQ+ First Nations people.
Along with Sergeant Nathan Towney, they launched the 'Strong, Proud and Deadly' program, which aims to bring awareness to the support systems available to Aboriginal LGBTIQ+ youth and introduce them to community leaders.
To find out more about Sydney WorldPride 2023, visit https://sydneyworldpride.com/
Water Safety during Sydney WorldPride 2023
Our beaches are for everyone to enjoy 🏳️⚧️☀️🏳️🌈
If you're planning to visit our sparkling beaches during your time at Sydney WorldPride 2023, it’s important that you follow some simple tips to make sure your visit is safe and enjoyable.