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The Real Homosexuals of the Southern Highlands is a grassroots LGBTQI+ collective proudly dedicated to celebrating authenticity, fostering connection, and advocating for equality across the Highlands.
We’re not just an organisation we’re a family, a movement, and a vibrant part of the cultural fabric of our region. Our vision is ​to become the leading LGBTQI+ community network in the Southern Highlands known for celebrating diversity, empowering queer lives and driving inclusivity across the region.​
Our Mission and Vision Statement
Mission
To create safe, joyful, and inclusive spaces where queer locals and allies can connect, celebrate, and thrive. We achieve this through seasonal activations, partnerships with businesses and cultural institutions, event programming, and a strong communications strategy that amplifies LGBTQI+ voices across the region.​
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Vision
To be the leading LGBTQI+ community network in the Southern Highlands known for celebrating diversity, empowering queer lives, and driving inclusivity throughout the region.
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Our Values 🌟
Connection
Building strong, genuine bonds between queer and allied communities.​
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Liberation
Advocating for equal rights, visibility, and representation so everyone can live authentically.
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Celebration
Uplifting queer identity through arts, culture and unforgettable events.​
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Inclusion​
Ensuring every person feels welcome, respected, and seen for who they truly are.
Our Work in the Community
Community Impact
We create opportunities for queer locals and allies to come together - through events, visibility campaigns, and safe spaces that celebrate the power of diversity. From intimate gatherings to large-scale activations, our work ensures the LGBTQI+ community is not just seen, but celebrated.​
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Business Partnerships
We partner with local businesses in the Southern Highlands to:
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Promote LGBTQI+ friendly venues and services through our network.
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Develop a Pride Ally Business Directory (online + printed).
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Co-create seasonal campaigns like Tulip Time or Pride Wine Tours.
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Secure sponsorships and in-kind support (venues, catering, prizes).
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Provide Pride decals, stickers, and ally-ship training to boost visibility and inclusivity.
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Together, we’re transforming the Highlands into a place where equality isn’t just a value, it’s a reality.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity 🌈✨
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At The Real Homosexuals of the Southern Highlands, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity in all its forms - sexuality, gender identity, culture, race, age, ability, and background. We believe every story deserves to be heard, every voice deserves to be valued, and every person deserves to be seen.​
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Here, your story matters.
Here, your voice matters.
Here, you matter.
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Whether you’re a lifelong local or new to the Highlands, you belong here. Together, we’re building a community that doesn’t just accept difference - it thrives because of it.​
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Events & Seasonal Campaigns
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Our calendar is alive with seasonal activations, community celebrations, and campaigns tied to LGBTQI+ milestones in the Wingecarribee Council area. From Pride picnics to drag brunches, arts showcases to cultural collaborations, every event is designed to uplift, connect, and inspire. Whether you’re seeking support, friendship, or simply a chosen family that “gets it” - we’ve saved you a seat.​​
Meet The Real Homosexuals Pride Crew
We’re locals, allies, performers, organisers, parents, and friends who came together to make a difference. Each of us brings our own lived experience and passion to the table united by one vision: a prouder, more inclusive Southern Highlands.​​
Meet Your Southern Highlands Glambassadors
Our Glambassadors are more than just advocates, they’re the fabulous eyes, ears, and voices of the Southern Highlands. Out on the streets, in our venues, and across our community, they shine a spotlight on the stories that matter.
As guest writers and news correspondents, our Glambassadors share lived experiences, celebrate local pride, and keep us connected with what’s really happening in the Highlands. They’re the storytellers, the bridge-builders, and the fierce champions who ensure our collective voice is always heard - loud, proud, and unapologetically authentic.​
Belong With Us 💖
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The Real Homosexuals of the Southern Highlands isn’t just about events — it’s about belonging. It’s about knowing there’s a place where you can show up fully, be celebrated loudly, and thrive proudly.​
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Join us.
Stand with us.
Celebrate with us.
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Because together, we’re not just making the Highlands more inclusive — we’re making it more fabulous.​​