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Welcome back to Let's Be Perfectly Queer Podcast, your go to LGBT Australian podcast for all things queer.

In this episode of Let’s Be Perfectly Queer, we sit down with Professor Paula Gerber, one of Australia’s leading human rights scholars and a fierce advocate for LGBTQIA+ equality. Paula shares her incredible journey from working in a male-dominated construction law firm to becoming a key voice in protecting queer and trans rights through law and education.

We dive into her book Sex, Gender and Identity: Trans Rights in Australia and unpack what it means to “turn the tide on a climate of hatred.” From tackling misinformation in the media to highlighting real stories of love, resilience, and progress, Paula explores how Australia compares to the UK, The US and are neighbouring countries in protecting trans and gender-diverse people.

We also discuss:

• Why Australia’s legal protections for trans people matter
• How the media fuels fear instead of understanding
• Positive trans stories the news ignores
• What allies can do to truly support trans and gender-diverse communities
• The importance of the Asia-Pacific fight for LGBTQIA+ rights
• Why inclusion still makes a difference

Paula also shares her personal turning point, a life-changing accident that pushed her to leave corporate law behind and dedicate her life to equality and human rights.

This is a powerful, insightful, and hopeful conversation about how we can all stand up for fairness, inclusion, and love no matter who we are or where we live.

🎧 Listen in and learn how everyday Australians can help shape a more inclusive future for all... and until next time, stay perfectly queer!

Archie & Katie 🌈
Paula Gerber Links:

• The Book
• Instagram
• Website

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