LGBTQIA+ Community Survey

The LGBTQIA+ Community Survey is a key step in the development of the City of Launceston’s first LGBTQIA+ Action Plan, which was unanimously supported by Councillors with the aim of fostering an inclusive, affirming, and safe environment for all LGBTQIA+ people and their families in Launceston and surrounding regions.

How you can get involved:

Check out the Key info section for information on the survey and next steps
Click on the Start button below to complete the survey

Survey closes 5pm Sunday, 20 July 2025.

Key info

We would like to learn about LGBTQIA+ people's experiences of living and spending time in Launceston. This survey seeks to:

Understand Experiences: Gather data on the personal and collective experiences of LGBTQIA+ people in the Launceston area, including what shapes wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging, as well as any experiences of stigma or discrimination.
Identify Needs: Pinpoint specific needs and areas for improvement in services, education, tourism, and community support.
Enhance Inclusivity: Develop initiatives that promote inclusivity and visibility of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Guide Policy and Action: Inform the development of policies, programs, and actions by the Launceston City Council to ensure a more inclusive and supportive environment.
Engage the Community: Foster ongoing engagement with the LGBTQIA+ community to ensure their voices are heard and valued in all aspects of city planning and development.

First, there will be questions about age, gender, ethnicity, etc., followed by questions about the City of Launceston's services. Then, there will be questions about your experiences living and spending time in Launceston, followed by questions about how the Council and the LGBTQIA+ community can work together.

We invite responses from LGBTQIA+ people, allies, family members, and anyone who supports the goal of a more inclusive Launceston.

This survey includes questions about mental health, identity, well-being, and inclusion, which might bring up some difficult feelings or memories.

The survey is voluntary, and you can exit at any time by closing the tab or browser.

If completing the survey causes you to feel distressed in any way and you would like to talk to someone, you can contact:

Lifeline: 13 11 14 (free 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services, available 24/7)

QLife: 1800 184 527 (free anonymous and free LGBTIQ+ peer support, available 3 pm to midnight, 7 days a week)

Working It Out: 03 6231 1200 (free and confidential Tasmanian LGBTQIA+ support services available by appointment)

The survey is confidential, we do not ask you to identify yourself. The data collected will be used for the purpose of developing and implementing the LGBTQIA+ Action Plan and associated projects, such as the Equity and Inclusion Framework.

The results will be collated, and the City of Launceston will work with LGBTQIA+ representatives to develop an LGBTQIA+ Action Plan.

Data Storage: Your responses will be stored securely and only accessible to the City of Launceston team responsible for the survey.
Privacy: All data will be de-identified, meaning any identifying information will be removed to protect your privacy.
Data Usage: The de-identified data will be used for analysing trends, identifying needs, and informing the development of the LGBTQIA+ Action Plan and associated projects, such as the Equity and Inclusion Framework.
Retention and Storage: Once the analysis is complete and the Action Plan is developed, the data will be securely stored in accordance with data protection regulations and City of Launceston Policies.

Contact Information
Phone	03 6323 3000
Email	contactus@launceston.tas.gov.au
Website	www.launceston.tas.gov.au

03 6323 3000

contactus@launceston.tas.gov.au

LGBTQIA+ Community Survey

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