Published on 12 May 2026
Hume City Council will celebrate the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) with a flag raising at the Hume Global Learning Centre Sunbury on Thursday 14 May 2026.
IDAHOBIT is a time to recognise the right for people from the LGBTIQA+ community to feel safe, included and cared for, and not have that right violated. This year’s global IDAHOBIT theme “At the heart of democracy” reminds us that truly democratic societies must be grounded in justice and freedom for everyone.
The free, all ages flag-raising ceremony is hosted in collaboration with Omia Health Service, DPV Health, Sunbury and surrounds LGBT Social Club and other local community organisations, taking place at 4pm with live music, face painting, activities and guest speakers.
In preparation for the annual celebration, businesses and organisations are encouraged to let their rainbow flag fly in support of the queer community.
Hume City Council is committed to supporting LGBTIQA+ communities. Since 2021, Hume’s Social Justice Charter has recognised the unique needs of Hume’s LGBTIQA+ communities as members of a marginalised group.
In 2025, an LGBTIQA+ Working Group was established to inform Council of the challenges facing the LGBTIQA+ community and to provide guidance and facilities actions to advance Hume City as an inclusive place for all.
Expressions of interest to join the working group open at our website 14 May 2026.
Details on the IDAHOBIT Flag Raising can be found at hume.vic.gov.au/IDAHOBIT-2026.
Quotes attributable to Hume City Mayor, Cr Carly Moore:
“IDAHOBIT is a celebration of every person’s right to feel safe, respected, and free to be who they are.”
“As a Council, we are committed to creating a community where everyone feels they belong and can live authentically. I encourage all Hume residents to show their support and stand together in celebrating diversity.”