Tamara, a doctoral student at Massey University in Palmerston North is researching the relationship between sexual identity development and psychological well-being. The online survey “Sexual Identities (Straight, Gay/Lesbian, Bisexual, Questioning and Others), Identity-related factors, and their impact on Well-being” is open to anyone over the age of 16. Please complete the survey – https://jfe.qualtrics.com/form/SV_bDar6WLY95XJQzj and […]
The world’s first international study on homophobia in sport has found gay men in New Zealand were the most likely to play team sports in their youth and more likely than gay men in any other country to play rugby union (30%). However, Kiwi gay men were also the most likely to keep their sexuality […]
By QRD Editor on Comments Off on Same-sex couples opt for marriage over civil unionMarriage
The number of same-sex couples entering into civil unions dropped significantly in 2014, with couples opting to join in marriage instead, Statistics New Zealand said today. This is the first full year of same-sex marriage registrations since the Marriage (Definition of Marriage) Amendment Act 2013 came into effect in August 2013. “New Zealanders registered 486 […]
The Auckland University Students’ Association Pride Week is on from 4 to 8 May 2015. The event is a week of fun events for students, staff and alumni. Gaynz.com: Auckland Uni Pride Week begins today Express: University of Auckland Pride to be Held Next Week Facebook: Opening Event – Like AUSA Queerspace – Like AUSA […]
By QRD Editor on Comments Off on HIV home testing trial on the horizonHIV, NZAF
Executive Director Shaun Robinson told TVNZ Breakfast this morning that NZAF is looking to pilot HIV home tests with on-line and phone support within 12 months. Following a British announcement that home testing rapid tests are now available in the UK, Shaun said although home testing is ‘a step in the right direction,’ it isn’t […]
Auckland Council’s Governing Body, chaired by Mayor Len Brown, today formally approved the creation of a new Rainbow Community Advisory Panel. The panel will be established over the coming months and will provide a local government platform from which to effectively address issues of significance to Auckland’s gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex (GLBTI) community. […]
By QRD Editor on Comments Off on Not knowing is not worth the riskHIV, NZAF
New Zealand AIDS Foundation (NZAF) is set to promote its National HIV Testing Month in May 2015. This is a focussed effort over the entire month to encourage Kiwis to test for HIV & STIS, and to raise awareness of risk factors. Testing can be a daunting thought for many and which is why a […]
21 sporting codes will be part of the 4th Asia Pacific Outgames to be in held in Auckland from 13 to 20 February 2016. A sports hub is being created to enable more crossover of participation and spectators. The following sporting codes are planed: Aquathon Badminton Body Building Bridge Chess Dancesport Football (Soccer) Golf Lawn […]
Youtube: Marcia – Two Sides of Me Marcia Taylor, aka Meat Train, is losing her hearing. She finds Deafness a scary prospect and no longer feels she knows who she is. Worried about how people around her are going to react, Roller Derby is something she’s become good at and it’s helping her to cope. […]
The Charlotte Museum Trust much anticipated vulva-poppy exhibition opens on Anzac Day at the Charlotte Gallery 2pm. The Museum director, Dr Nadia Gush, will provide a floor talk from 2pm, followed by an afternoon tea. The exhibition will then be open until the 13th May each Wednesday & Sunday from 1-4pm. Entry is free, but […]