The Circle Ballarat

The Circle is a peer-support program for lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, non-binary, intersex, queer or questioning young people aged 11 - 21 years old living in Ballarat or surrounding areas run by Speak. For more information or to access support, check out the website.

Based in regional Victoria, Speak is an LGBTIQA+ led charity improving the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ regional and rural Victorians through access to peer-support programs, community connecting events, online resources and training developing safer and more inclusive spaces.

Through a primary prevention and place-based approach, Speak works with local LGBTIQA+ communities across regional and rural areas to strengthen existing community efforts, build strong connections and provide access to targeted support in order to achieve our purpose and vision.

Programs and services:
· Youth support programs
· Training & education
· Community events
· Campaigns
· Advocacy
· Resources