Thank you to everyone who donated to our #CanberraDay Appeal. We've already surpassed our target of $10,000!
Thank you!
It's also not too late to give.
#GiveWhereYouLiveCBRcanberraday.org.au/o/meridia…
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Thanks to the generosity of Hands Across Canberra, every dollar donated will be DOUBLED until we hit our next goal of $5,000. #GiveWhereYouLiveCBR
Donate now here: canberraday.org.au/o/meridia…
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Ever taken a break from PrEP? Researchers at La Trobe University would love to hear from you for a new study on your experiences of discontinuing, pausing or restarting oral HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).
Find out more: meridianact.org.au/hiv_preve…
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Happy 2025! We wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you in the New Year! Wishing you a safe and peaceful 2025 full of love and pride. ❤️🌈🏳️⚧️
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All Meridian services and programs will be closed for a short break from 12pm Tuesday 24 Dec, reopening 9am Thursday 2 Jan. Excluding Wellbeing Services, recommcing Monday 6 Jan.
In an emergency always call 000 for further contacts visit: meridianact.org.au/end_of_ye…
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🔴 We remember and honour sex workers who have faced violence and injustice. We renew our commitment to the ongoing struggle for empowerment, visibility, and rights for all sex workers.
meridianact.org.au/swop (link in bio)
#IDEVASW#EndViolence
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Today is International Volunteer Day, we celebrate the incredible contributions of our volunteers who make a difference every day! 💖🙌
Make a difference in an older person's life. Become a Volunteer Visitor today!
meridianact.org.au/volunteer… 🌈🏳️⚧️ #Volunteer#IVD2024 ❤️👫
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🎉Our new Annual Report 2023/2024 is now available. Read about the year that was, our achievements, acknowledgements and future directions. ❤️
meridianact.org.au/annual_re…
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📣 Hepatitis Testing Week!
Hepatitis B & hepatitis C are the leading causes of liver cancer – the fastest-growing cause of cancer deaths in Australia. Early detection and treatment can save a life.
📞 Call 1800 437 222 or visit heplink.au/#HepatitisTestingWeek
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#IntersexAwarenessDay focusses on advocacy for individual rights to body integrity, physical autonomy and self-determination across the globe.
In Australia, the work of intersex organisations like Intersex Human Rights Australia continues to drive change. ihra.org.au/
Looking to brew a new friendship? Our Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme is steeped in opportunities to make meaningful connections! You’ll become someone’s new best-tea in no time!
Visit meridianact.org.au/acvvs or email volunteer@meridianact.org.au
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This #AceWeek, we recognise the diversity and vibrancy of the asexual community!
Ace Week is all about raising awareness, challenging misconceptions, and supporting ace folks in their journey to self-expression and identity.
Find out more at: aceweek.org/ 💜🖤🤍
Looking for a refreshing way to give back to your community? Join our Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme and add some fizz to someone’s life! ✨
meridianact.org.au/acvvs or email us at volunteer@meridianact.org.au
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Nacho average Volunteers!
As a volunteer visitor, you’ll share smiles, stories, and laughter with our older community members. Help us serve up joy and kindness, one visit at a time.
Ready to chip in? Learn more at meridianact.org.au/acvvs or email volunteer@meridianact.org.au.
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The Silver Seasons Collective is a free ongoing activity based program run by Meridian for women over 55 that identify as same sex attracted including lesbian, bisexual and queer women.
🗓️ 3 November 2024 12:00pm - 2pm
🏢 Location: Meridian's Pride Hub
meridianact.org.au/the_silve…
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Do you live in or around these suburbs? Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Volunteer with our Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme. Contact us today or visit our website meridianact.org.au/acvvs to learn more and sign up!
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Join our Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme and be a source of joy and companionship for older members of the Canberra community.
To learn more visit meridianact.org.au/acvvs, or reach out to us on contact@meridianact.org.au to become a Volunteer Visitor today!
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🌈Creative Social is back! After the succuss of our last crafts groups, we're returning from 14 Oct, for another 5 fun sessions of arts and crafts. 🎨✂️🧵 ❤️
For further information and RSVP via link in bio > Events.
meridianact.org.au/meridian_…
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