JOY Drive

19 Dec 2024

Vicki Ward: Project Purple

LGBTIQA+ Community, News & Politics, Politics, Regional, Training

The Victorian Government is continuing its support for LGBTIQA+ communities by helping jobseekers access safe and inclusive employment services. More than 11% of Victorians identify as LGBTIQA+, and they experience higher levels of discrimination than other Victorians, which means they can face barriers to employment. Project Purple has already helped 60 trans and gender-diverse Victorians to become work-ready and find new employment opportunities.

Guest: Vicki Ward is the Minister for Employment in the Victorian Government.

Presenter: Dee Mason.

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Diet and Nutrition, Environment, Health

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LGBTIQA+ Community, Personal Journals, Society & Culture

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