The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne and Murdoch Children’s Research Institute are proud to lead Australia’s largest clinical and research program providing care for trans children, young people and their families.

We always have and will continue to support an evidence-based approach that puts our young people’s health and wellbeing first.

We must work together to put the voices of trans and gender diverse children and young people at the heart of our care, research and learning.

We believe the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) review will continue to ensure evidence-based healthcare, across Australia. We welcome the news that this review will be conducted with leading researchers and clinicians in paediatric trans care, and those with lived experience.

We also support the Federal Government’s commitment to the ongoing provision of this essential healthcare.

All children and young people deserve respect, support, and the freedom to express themselves. We reaffirm the rights of trans and gender diverse children and young people to receive the care and support they need to thrive.

To speak to a Lifeline Crisis Supporter, phone 13 11 14

To speak to the Kids Helpline, phone 1800 55 1800

To speak with an LGBTQIA+ peer counsellor, contact Rainbow Door 1800 729 367