Coming Out and Inviting In — with Zoe Terakes, Nina Oyama, Mon Schafter, Atari Metcalf, Ji Wallace

Join ABC's Mon Schafter and four incredible speakers as they share honest, powerful stories about revealing their identities on their own terms. From fear to freedom, isolation to community - this is a conversation about truth, courage, and connection. Held in recognition of 40 years of ACON, it celebrates every journey of coming out and shines a light on personal stories, collective resilience, and the power of being seen. Support If this conversation raises any concerns for you, QLife is an Australia-wide anonymous and free peer support service for LGBTIQ+ people. Call 1800 184 527 or webchat 3pm-9pm every day at qlife.org.au ABCQueer’s list of LGBTQIA+ community support services in Australia. Speakers Nina Oyama Australian comedian, writer, actress and director Ji Wallace Australian trampoline gymnast and Olympic silver medallist Zoe Terakes Australian actor; author of Eros: Queer Myths for Lovers Dr Atari Metcalf GP in NSW Mon Schafter (host) Walkley Award-winning journalist, presenter and producer, founding editor of ABC Queer

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