The Department of Human Services (DHS) celebrates diversity and strives to improve the lives of all people. We want our services and workplaces to be safe and inclusive, and we are committed to supporting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer*, Asexual and other sexually, gender and bodily diverse (LGBTIQA+) South Australians.
DHS does this by:
- Funding community services and grants for LGBTIQA+ people
- Developing government policy that support LGBTIQA+ communities
- Ensuring that DHS is inclusive for all LGBTIQA+ people
- Supporting other government agencies to be more LGBTIQA+ inclusive
- Co-ordinating a Rainbow Email Network to share information about research, resources, events, grants and consultation opportunities.
* DHS recognises that some people will use terms other than LGBTIQA+, and that terms like “queer” will be seen as derogatory by some people, especially older community members. DHS respects the language that all people use to describe their gender, sexuality, or bodily diversity.
LGBTIQA+ Government Services
Our services help LGBTIQA+ people access info on rights, discrimination, gender identity, and relationships, with links to key forms and resources.
LGBTIQA+ Inclusive Workplaces
Information about accreditation, training and resources that can assist your organisation to become more LGBTIQA+ inclusive.
LGBTIQA+ Services and Support
Support is available to the LGBTIQA+ community from a range of inclusive services.
DHS Rainbow News
Join the Rainbow News mailing list for updates on LGBTIQA+ inclusion, grants, resources, and consultation opportunities.
DHS Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
Diversity and inclusion is about every member of our workforce bringing their unique perspective to the department, and being heard and valued by colleagues and leaders alike.
The 50th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality in South Australia
In 1975, SA was the first state to decriminalise homosexuality. This milestone is marked in 2025 with commemorative and community events.