Whittlesea council is calling on passionate community members and local organisations to help shape a more inclusive future by joining its newly launched Rainbow Advisory Committee.
Expressions of interest (EOIs) are now open until June 14 for the committee, which aims to strengthen representation and support for the LGBTIQA+ community across the municipality.
Endorsed at the February 18 council meeting, the committee will include up to nine community members and at least two representatives from local organisations or service providers working closely with the LGBTQA+ community.
Councillor David Lenberg will serve as council’s representative, with Cr Blair Colwell acting as proxy.
Cr Lenburg said the initiative reflected a deepened commitment to equity and inclusion.
“The launch of the Rainbow Advisory Committee marks a meaningful step towards inclusivity, allowing us to listen to and work alongside our LGBTIQA+ community to address challenges and remove barriers to participation,” he said.
“This committee is an important platform for LGBTIQA+ voices to be heard and represented in local decision-making. It will help us shape a city where everyone feels safe, supported and celebrated.”
The committee’s formation is a key action from Whittlesea’s Connected Communities Strategy, and follows a 2024 petition calling for stronger LGBTQIA+ representation.
Details www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au/Rainbow-Advisory-EOI
