Compass “Reclaiming Pride” Watch Party Be part of a special night at Ginger’s as we gather to watch ABC Compass’ anticipated episode, “Reclaiming Pride – Anthony Venn-Brown.” Twelve months in the making, “Reclaiming Pride” is a deeply personal documentary following Anthony’s journey through conversion "therapy" to high-profile Pentecostal preacher to LGBTQ advocate, and decades [...]
Join ABC’s Noel Debien as he sits down with Anthony Venn-Brown OAM—Ex-Pentecostal megachurch preacher, bestselling author, LGBTQ trailblazer, and longtime anti-conversion "therapy" campaigner—for an unscripted, soul-baring Q&A. 🎤 Expect raw truths, big questions, and moments that will stay with you. 🎯 Audience segment : Yes, you CAN ask that! 🍸 Optional: Keep the conversations flowing over drinks [...]
Another Milestone in the 25-Year Journey Anti-Discrimination NSW launches civil complaints scheme to end conversion "therapy" in the state Milestone (definition) a significant stage or event in the development of something. On August 10, 2000, I did something I had never done before. The internet was becoming a bigger part of my life, and [...]
Everyone has an opinion about events like the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras, and often, these opinions are strong. Predictably, conservative Christians condemn the parade. Rev. Fred Nile, former leader of the Christian Democratic Party (CDP), was one of its most vocal critics, regularly denouncing the event. In March 2007, he particularly targeted me [...]
Here you'll find wonderful photos of ABBI's very special 10-Year Anniversary Gala Dinner 🎉 Over 800 unforgettable moments were captured during the event—and they're all here waiting for you!We've sorted the photos into easy-to-browse galleries so you can relive every smile, laugh, and celebration. 📸 Click on any thumbnail to zoom in and enjoy [...]
Ambassadors & Bridge Builders International (ABBI) celebrated its 10-year anniversary recently with a Gala Dinner at the Novotel Sydney Central. Greetings and congratulations came in from LGBTQ and faith leaders from around Australia and the world. The Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG send this message in his absence. "I remember meeting and talking with Anthony [...]
Alex Greenwich MP ABBI 10-year Anniversary Gala Dinner 10 November 2023 Can I start by acknowledging the traditional owners of our land, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation and pay my respects to elder's past, present and emerging. Can I also acknowledge the many distinguished LGBTQ community leaders and the distinguished [...]
Ambassadors & Bridge Builders International (ABBI) celebrated its 10-year anniversary recently with a Gala Dinner at the Novotel Sydney Central. Greetings and congratulations came in from LGBTQ and faith leaders around Australia and the world. VIDEO 2: Pastor Rob Buckingham - Senior Minister, Bayside Church, Melbourne Todd Ferrell - former President of [...]
Ambassadors & Bridge Builders International (ABBI) celebrated its 10-year anniversary recently with a Gala Dinner at the Novotel Sydney Central. Greetings and congratulations came in from LGBTQ and faith leaders around Australia and the world. VIDEO 1: Derek Bell -Board Member Ian Green OBE - former President of Ambassadors & Bridge Builders [...]