Published January 20 2025
Yesterday, thousands of people gathered at Midsumma Carnival 2025 to celebrate pride and support rainbow health.
It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with the LGBTIQA+ community and highlight the services and initiatives we provide to support health and wellbeing.
Our stall, complete with a polaroid photo booth, glitter, and 'spin-the-wheel', was lively as staff from Merri Health and Banyule Community Health met new faces and shared support available.
We know that many in the LGBTIQA+ community face challenges, including poorer mental and physical health outcomes and barriers to accessing support due to fear of discrimination.
As Rainbow Tick-accredited organisations, Merri Health and Banyule Community Health are committed to creating inclusive spaces for the LGBTIQA+ community to access the care and support they deserve.
Were you at the festival? If you met our team, we’d love to see your photos! Tag us on social media to keep the celebration going.
The Midsumma Festival continues until 9 February, offering a range of programs and activities. Make sure to explore what’s happening near you.