InterAction congratulates OII Europe, ILGA Europe & the Council of Europe on their Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons. The Recommendation sets out steps that are equally applicable within Australia. Learn more: interaction.org.au/resource/con...

Today on October 7th, in a watershed moment, the Council of Europe’s 46 Member States have unanimously adopted the Recommendation of the Committee of Ministers to Member States on Equal Rights for #Intersex Persons, setting a new gold standard in Europe. Read the full PR here: bit.ly/4gWrr9X

We are excited to promote a GoFundMe for an incredible new book project, Defending Bodies. Every contribution helps bring this important book to life and strengthens a growing global movement for intersex justice. www.gofundme.com/f/4h3bv4?att...

The 2025 IPSA Retreat is set for 14-16 November 2025 in Pennyroyal, regional Victoria. Registrations are now OPEN 💜💛 Click here- forms.gle/ZGHJLvMiY6Di... to register & book your tickets to attend. Remember to join IPSA for a discount! Registrations close 11th October.

Here's our Guide to What’s Happening for Intersex Awareness in October 2025. Open your diary, mark your calendar, there's lots to do to be involved... including the InterAction Intersex Awareness Day Online Gala on Sunday, Oct 26th. Access the full guide here: interaction.org.au/44164/your-g...

The inaugural Carswell Forum 2025 fostered collaboration among community members, activists, & government reps. The Health and Wellbeing Panel explored the importance of intersex rights. Read more about the Carswell Forum & the discussions on the day at interaction.org.au/44150/the-ca...

From 15–18 September, InterAction & InterLink attended Common Ground. Hosted by Qld Council for LGBTI Health, this conference brought together passionate advocates, community leaders, & health professionals to explore themes of belonging & justice. Read more at interaction.org.au/44142/common...

To nominate an ally organisation, institution or individual, visit forms.gle/7FvPeAnzFwuo... Nominations close 5pm Sunday 12th October 2025. Winner will be decided by a judging panel. Winner announced on Intersex Awareness Day.

Historic milestone: On 15 Sept, the UN Human Rights Council hosted first-ever panel on ending discrimination & harmful practices against intersex people. Read all about it & explore the powerful statements: interaction.org.au/43979/watch-... Watch the recording at webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1w...

Report detailing the lived experiences, challenges, and rights violations faced by intersex people worldwide will be presented at the UN on Monday 15th September 2025, commencing at 6pm AEST, 4pm AWST. The event will be live-streamed at webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1w... Join us to watch history happen!

Today- and every day, we’re reminded of the power of a simple question: Are you OK? Visit InterLink to reach out for psychosocial support and peer navigation: ilink.net.au Visit IPSA to reach out for peer support and good vibes: isupport.org.au R U OK? You are seen, heard, and supported.

Today we celebrate 12 years of visionary leadership from Dr Morgan Carpenter at InterAction for Health and Human Rights. Morgan’s unwavering commitment to intersex advocacy, policy reform, and human rights has reshaped the landscape in Australia and beyond. Visit interaction.org.au/.../congratu...

We've made a submission to a NSW Parliamentary inquiry on fertility and assisted reproductive technologies. Read it here interaction.org.au/resource/sub...

The ACT gov’t is to be commended for its transparency and public consultation on clinical plans to treat innate variations of sex characteristics The first plan seeks to treat children with Turner syndrome with oestrogen before they can consent Our submission: interaction.org.au/resource/sub...

On Wear It Purple Day, we celebrate the strength, diversity, & brilliance of intersex youth. Intersex Peer Support Australia (IPSA) offers peer-led social activities, where young people can be themselves, connected with community friends who truly understand. Visit IPSA at isupport.org.au.

On Wear It Purple Day, we celebrate the strength, diversity, & brilliance of intersex youth. InterLink creates safe, affirming spaces for young people to connect, share, and grow. Visit our amazing Resource Hub and check out our great resources for young people at ilink.net.au/resource-hub/.

On Wear It Purple Day, we celebrate the strength, diversity, & brilliance of intersex youth. InterAction is driving social and systemic change so all people with innate variations of sex characteristics are included, safe & empowered. Visit our new website at interaction.org.au to learn more.

InterAction in Australia has a brand new website, making it much easier to find resources, personal stories and events interaction.org.au

Did you know that intersex people have no protections from discrimination in NSW law, unlike lesbians, gay and trans people? We made a submission to the Law Reform Commission of NSW on reform of the Anti-Discrimination Act. Read it here. interaction.org.au/42578/submis...

Intersex people are not defined by bullying, shame, or silence. We are defined by strength, creativity, joy, and pride. Did you miss a day this week? Have access to the whole week in one place- Visit interaction.org.au/42550/be-bol...

For many people with IVSC, years of silence and medical secrecy can lead to internalised stigma. Replace secrecy with visibility, isolation with connection, & self-doubt with pride. Check out our Fact Sheet on Mental Health and Wellbeing –https://ilink.net.au/mental-health-and-wellbeing/

🤔 hmm, maybe there are some BETTER WORDS for this? Not only does it fail to explain innate variations of sex characteristics in a comprehensible way, the language here - particularly “cause unknown” - provokes a whole gamut of both end-of-the-world and far right end-of-civilisation conspiracies.

Medical bullying can look like being talked over, misgendered, pressured into procedures, or having your body treated as a curiosity. Visit the Interlink resource hub for support in navigating medical spaces with confidence and dignity. ilink.net.au/resource-hub/

InterAction warmly congratulates Alastair Lawrie on his selection as a Justice Fellow for 2025. We are especially proud to support Alastair’s fellowship project, which will focus on strengthening legal protections for children born with variations of sex characteristics.

Workplace bullying and discrimination against intersex people often go unnoticed, but it’s real. From invasive questions to exclusion from DEI initiatives, the impact is profound and persistent. Check out our Fact Sheet on Talking About Intersex at School or Work – ilink.net.au/talking-abou...

Bullying at school can be devastating, especially for children and teens with IVSC who may already feel different or isolated. In this Bullying No Way Week, explore tools and guidance on the Interlink Resource Hub to support intersex youth in schools- ilink.net.au/resource-hub/

Motion for AMA to recognise IVSC as natural variations in humans, oppose pathologisation, & call for the deferral of all non-urgent medical & surgical interventions for those who cannot given personal & informed consent” passed unanimously! Read more at interaction.org.au/.../intersex...

In light of the recent South Park episode depicting Donald Trump in bed with Satan, the creators chose to portray the president with a small penis. Whatever your views on Trump- the widespread acceptance of mocking someone’s genitals is a form of body shaming. Links to read more in the comments.

World Athletics has introduced a new policy mandating genetic testing for all women athletes competing at elite levels. This policy is discriminatory. Read this article on The Conversation: theconversation.com/world-athlet.... Here's the link to our analysis too: interaction.org.au/42531/world-...

At the recent 2025 World Association for Sexual Health Congress in Brisbane, historian, activist, and intersex advocate Mauro Cabral Grinspan coordinated and chaired an Intersex, Sexual Health and Human Rights Symposium. Learn more at interaction.org.au/.../making-j...

Do you have lived experience of an innate variation of sex characteristics? Interconnect would like to invite you to participate in qualitative research on health, well-being and experiences. To learn more about eligibility and how to be involved, visit interaction.org.au/42514/partic...

Intersex people have natural variations, not disorders. End stigma, discrimination & human rights violations. OHCHR Report will be presented to UN Human Rights Council in Sept & InterAction will be there, calling for depathologisation. Learn more: intersexdepath.org/pathologizationandhumanrights

The InterLink website is relaunching as an information hub for people with innate variations of sex characteristics and our families. Check out the information and the posters! @interaction.org.au ilink.net.au

“We congratulate the Albanese Labor government on its re-election, with the promise to reform & build, to leave no-one behind, & to promote fairness, equality & respect for one another.” -Dr Morgan Carpenter Read our statement including our call to action here- interaction.org.au/41786/call-f...

People with innate variations of sex characteristics (intersex/dsd) are usually cisgender, but we can all be impacted by legislation targeting trans people. This preprint (I’m proud to have coauthored with a great team) looks at intersex exceptions in US legislation restricting care for trans youth

With the election coming up May 3rd, we are inviting candidates to consider some issues that are important to us. InterAction will always stand for the health & human rights of our intersex population & we are watching to see who will stand with us. Our votes count & we deserve to be considered.

In 2025, the focus is on maternal & newborn health. We believe it's crucial to highlight the importance of bodily autonomy & safety for newborns with innate variations of sex characteristics. Let's raise awareness, support protective policies & encourage open dialogue for informed & respectful care.

Today marks a one year historic milestone in intersex rights. On April 4, 2024, the UN Human Rights Council adopted its first-ever resolution specifically addressing the discrimination, violence, and harmful practices faced by intersex individuals. Read more at interaction.org.au/40833/unhrc-...

People with intersex variations can face travel challenges if wanting to enter the US. Visit InterAction for Health and Human Rights to read travel guide- interaction.org.au/41705/border... Visit Equality Australia for US travel if trans or non-binary- link in comments. Travel safely!

On April 15, the Rainbow Votes Election Forum will be on in Sydney (and live streamed), giving you the chance to hear politicians discuss the issues and policies that matter most to our communities. Book your free ticket to join us in person or online here: events.humanitix.com/rainbow-vote...

This day was set by the U.N. to honour the legacy of Saint Óscar Romero. Romero was a champion of justice, a voice for the poor & marginalised, until his assassination on March 24, 1980. Today, from grassroots advocacy, activism or election ballots, people are still fighting for truth & dignity.

Today, on St Patrick's Day, we celebrate & acknowledge the work done by our friends at Intersex Ireland. Read about their work as they push for similar reforms in Ireland as we do here in Australia in this article: gcn.ie/no-longer-in... Visit Intersex Ireland online at www.facebook.com/Intersex.ie

Dr Morgan Carpenter lodged a submission on behalf of InterAction with World Athletics about women with innate variations of sex characteristics in sport. Read our submission: interaction.org.au/wp-content/u...

Have you signed up to receive our "InterAction Traction" newsletter yet? Don't miss out on any news and views! Our latest edition of called "Global Upheaval, Digital Safety, Intersex Pride". If you didn't get it, sign up to receive it next time. ihra.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Today is World Day of Social Justice & we are celebrating by highlighting the important work done by our friends and allies in social justice. We acknowledge them & and are proud to take a moment to shine a light on the awesome work they do! interaction.org.au/41679/celebr...

Are you looking for something to do this afternoon? Come to this online free event! Margie McCumstie from InterAction for Health and Human Rights is joining the panel discussion. pwd.org.au/event/lgbtqi...

Wondering how the decisions in Qld are affecting intersex youth? www.facebook.com/share/p/1B4e...

Social media platforms can try to erase us or silence us, but all they do is strengthen our resolve to continue. Remember MySpace? Once the most popular, but no longer- because people chose a different option. Connect and engage with us on LinkedIn too! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/interactionorgau

In this changing world, social media giants like Meta are making decisions about their commitment to free speech & truth. Sadly, Meta has tried silencing intersex activist Kimberly Zieselman by erasing Facebook accounts today. Kimberly won’t be silenced- you’ll find her on LinkedIn and Bluesky.