ACON
ACON is a fiercely proud community organisation. For our entire history, the work of ACON has been designed by and for our communities.
Click the link above to see the full history of ACON, and the comprehensive list of services we offer community.
Ending Hiv
ACON’s Ending HIV initiative has focused on educating, informing and supporting gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men to reduce HIV transmissions in NSW towards virtual elimination by 2030. The Ending HIV website contains heaps of information on HIV and sexual health be it about prevention of HIV and STIs, testing, HIV treatment, or support for people living with HIV. You can book an appointment for a[TEST] on the site or use the map tool to find out where else you can get a HIV and STI test.
ACON’s LGBTQ+ Counselling Services
ACON provides confidential fee-based short term counselling (up to 12 sessions) for LGBTQ+ people seeking support in relation to their mental health and wellbeing. Find out more here.
ACON Regional Services
Not in Sydney? No worries! Check out our other teams here:
Asian Social Group
SocialisAsians is a social group to collaborate and support Asian gay men. It helps us to connect online or organise events and meet-ups as Asian gay men. The group is open to all members of ConverAsians and their allies from all backgrounds.
Join the SocialisAsians Facebook group here.
For further information, please contact: asia@acon.org.au | 02 9206 2080 | 0419 714 213
ACON Westie
ACON Westie is ACON’s new platform dedicated to all things LGBTQ+ in Western Sydney, showcasing feature stories, cultures, events, and support from the area. If you are an LGBTQ+ person from Fairfield, Bankstown, Penrith, Auburn, Campbelltown, Blacktown, Liverpool, Parramatta, or any suburbs in between, ACON Westie is place for you!
Follow ACON Westie on Instagram (@aconwestie) now to connect with fellow queer Westies, and find the latest updates dedicated to you!
Between the Lines
Between the Lines is a ACON’s digital hub for sexuality and gender diverse people who are looking for support or information in relation to their alcohol and other drug (AOD) use.
Many LGBTQ+ people use drugs without negative impacts on their lives, and can benefit from harm reduction tips, ways to stay safe, and overdose prevention information. Others may be wanting support for AOD use that is becoming difficult to manage, or tips and strategies for reducing their use.
Between the lines shares all things LGBTQ+ harm reduction and community care, including drug alerts, relevant news updates, workshops and events, and updates on what the Rovers are up to.
Between the Lines also features contributions and stories from community members, elevating the expertise of lived and living experience.
Visit Between the Lines for AOD related information, resources and support.
Transhub
TransHub is ACON’s digital information and resource platform for all trans and gender diverse (TGD) people in NSW, our loved ones, allies and health providers.
This platform is an initiative from ACON, NSW’s leading health organisation specialising in community health, inclusion and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders. In April 2019, ACON released the landmark document, A Blueprint to Improve the Health and Wellbeing of the Trans and Gender Diverse Community in NSW.
One of the key priority areas that emerged throughout our extensive consultation process was the need for clear and easy information about gender affirmation and health for trans and gender diverse people in NSW.
