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In this fifth episode of the Voices of Us series, we will be speaking with Jing Yang and Liz who were both previously international students. They met each other in Melbourne through a Chinese dating app. Jing now works in the sustainability and circular economy industry and Liz is a landscape architect. In this episode, you will hear Jing and Liz experiences of navigating various relationships as queer international students and recent graduates. From making friends, finding love to coming out to your family, Jing and Liz share some of the things that worked for them. About the speakers: Jing Yang (She/Her) transitioned her queer adulthood in Melbourne while she pursued her career in sustainability and circular economy. She enjoys the most to mobilise her queer fellows in taking community-led climate action. Follow Jing: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vszai2/ Liz Li is a happily out queer landscape architect, who loves the ocean, plants, and rocks. Growing up in China and landing in Australia 6 y

In this fourth episode of the Voices of Us series, we will be speaking with Coby Liew, an experienced mental health practitioner and previous international student and Michael Tian, a current international student, peer mentoring officer and LGBTQIA+ advocate. Both Coby and Michael have been involved in a number of initiatives in supporting queer international students. In this episode, you will hear some of the advocacy work of Coby and Michael both in and outside of their day job. The speakers also provides their advice on how others (queer and alies) can also contribute in raising awareness and supporting multicultural LGBTQIA+ communities. They also mentioned the dilemmas and challenges engaging with the ones who are still in the closet. If you are experiencing challenges, reach out to professionals as early as you can so you can access resources and receive guidance to support you. Proudly supported by City of Melbourne Libraries, Voices of Us is a series of podcasts that focuses on the voices of que

Alireza Noori is a trilingual software developer, music, animal and nature lover. On a journey of exploring what this beautiful world has to offer. Rames is American Samoa at heart and Asia at look. He loves sleeping and just being lazy. In this third episode of the Voices of Us series, we will be speaking with Rames and Ali who grow up in different cultural backgrounds, which have affected their queer identity differently. In this episode, you will hear their stories to explore their identities, find freedom and their community in Australia. One speaker comes from a country where queer is a norm and accepted. Whereas another speaker comes from a country where queer is taboo and not usually discussed. While their culture shapes their understanding of society and norms, sometimes it challenges them to truly understand and identify themselves. They also shared their challenges trying to connect with other queers authentically and meaningfully in Australia. Proudly supported by City of Melbourne Libraries,

Proudly supported by City of Melbourne Libraries, Voices of Us is a series of podcasts that focuses on the voices of queer international students. It creates a safe space for international students to share stories, raise awareness about sexuality and explore culturally specific issues, and provides them the resources and support. Hear about the challenges of international students navigating their queer journey, identity and self-exploration and how different cultures shape the way they engage with family, friends and partners.

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Proudly supported by City of Melbourne Libraries, Voices of Us is a series of podcasts that focuses on the voices of queer international students. It creates a safe space for international students to share stories, raise awareness about sexuality and explore culturally specific issues, and provides them the resources and support. Hear about the challenges of international students navigating their queer journey, identity and self-exploration and how different cultures shape the way they engage with family, friends and partners.

Rediscover Melbourne as we innovate and evolve, see secret spaces under lockdown and meet community champions in the latest edition of Melbourne magazine. This audio magazine has been recorded by Vision Australia on behalf of the City of Melbourne in the interests of information accessibility. Your narrator is David Tredinnick.

Find out how we’ve helped 1200 local businesses innovate with grants, meet the owner of Carlton’s Milk the Cow fromagerie, and hear some top tips for winter wellbeing in the latest edition of Melbourne magazine. This audio magazine has been recorded by Vision Australia on behalf of the City of Melbourne in the interests of information accessibility. Your narrator is Jenny Seedsman.

Find out how to help stop the spread of COVID-19, how we’re supporting local businesses, and ways to enjoy Melbourne from home in the latest edition of Melbourne magazine. This audio magazine has been recorded by Vision Australia on behalf of the City of Melbourne in the interests of information accessibility. Your narrator is David Tredinnick.

Meet the tobacco-free crusader named Melburnian of the Year and discover five powerful actions you can take against climate change in the latest edition of Melbourne magazine. This audio magazine has been recorded by Vision Australia on behalf of the City of Melbourne in the interests of information accessibility. Your narrator is Jenny Seedsman.

Discover seven top tips to reduce your waste, and be inspired by zero-waste living expert Erin Rhoads in the latest edition of Melbourne magazine. This audio magazine has been recorded by Vision Australia on behalf of the City of Melbourne in the interests of information accessibility. Your narrator is Jenny Seedsman.

Peggy Frew, author and musician, reveals her Desert Island Books in conversation with librarian and host, Natalie Mason.

Melanie Cheng, author and GP, reveals her Desert Island Books in conversation with librarian and host, Natalie Mason.

Ellen van Neerven, writer of poetry and fiction, reveals their Desert Island Books in conversation with librarian and host, Natalie Mason.

Santilla Chingaipe, journalist and filmmaker, reveals her Desert Island Books in conversation with librarian and host, Natalie Mason.

David Astle, crossword maker, broadcaster and author of Rewording the Brain, reveals his Desert Island Books in conversation with librarian and host, Natalie Mason.