Hobart recognised again as a welcoming city

Published on 17 May 2023

The City of Hobart’s reputation as a welcoming and inclusive city has been further enhanced at today’s IDAHOBIT Dorothies Awards.

Hobart was presented with the Excellence in LGBTIQ+ Inclusion in Local Government (pioneering Leadership) at a breakfast to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).

The Dorothies are Tasmania’s premier LGBTIQ+ inclusivity awards presented by Working It Out, the state’s only dedicated LGBTIQ+ support, advocacy and education service.

Hobart Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds said it was wonderful the work done by the City was being recognised.

“This recognition of the demonstrated positive change in the City’s relationship with the LGBTIQ+ community over the past few years is testament to the work that the City has undertaken in this area,” Cr Reynolds said.

“The development and implementation of the Hobart A City for All; Community Inclusion and Equity Framework and the LGBTIQ+ Commitment 2022-23 has provided a strong strategic framework to guide the City’s LGBTIQ+ programs and advocacy.”

Hobart Welcoming and Inclusive City Portfolio Chair Cr Dr Zelinda Sherlock said this follows on from the City’s official accreditation as a Welcoming City by the Welcoming Cities Organisation last December and the continued close work undertaken with Hobart’s First Nations and multicultural communities.

“It is an honour to be recognised as a place that welcomes such diversity,” Cr Dr Sherlock said.

“I take great pride in such awards, but we must continue to be vigilant and strive to make Hobart a place for all to live, work, visit and play in.”