OutLine Aotearoa

OutLine Aotearoa stands in solidarity with PATHA in their condemnation of yesterday’s decision from Minister of Health Simeon Brown introducing a ban on new prescriptions of GnRH analogues (puberty blockers) for transgender children and young people who are not currently on them.

There is plenty of evidence that supports how critical access to gender affirming healthcare is for young people.

Such as 2024 research paper from McNamara et al,
‘An Evidence-Based Critique of “The Cass Review” on Gender-affirming Care for Adolescent Gender Dysphoria.’

“Children benefit from innovative medical treatments that improve their survival and quality of life. Pediatric care would all but cease if physicians denied treatments for which the evidence base is imperfect.” (McNamara et al., 2024, p. 15)

Dr Elizabeth McElrea, GP specialist in gender affirming care and PATHA Vice-President says,

“The ban will lead to a deterioration in mental health, increased risk of suicidality and increased dysphoria in gender diverse children and young people, and will put them at a higher risk of experiencing marginalisation and discrimination.”

You can read more from PATHA through the link in our bio 🔗

TĀMAKI MAKAURAU RAINBOW RANGATAHI – come make siapo with us!

🌺 Siapo (also known as tapa) is one of the oldest Samoan art forms, made from the bark of the u‘a plant. You’ll learn the process and create your own siapo with the amazing .ai.lou.igoa 🌈 Toi Together is about making things side by side, slowing down, and sharing kōrero – for Rainbow rangatahi and someone they trust.

📍 Orange Community Centre, Onehunga, Tāmaki Makaurau
📅 Sat 15 Nov | 10:30am –12:30pm
🍽 Free kai
🔗 Sign up via our Instagram bio

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TĀMAKI MAKAURAU RAINBOW RANGATAHI – come make siapo with us!

🌺 Siapo (also known as tapa) is one of the oldest Samoan art forms, made from the bark of the u‘a plant. You’ll learn the process and create your own siapo with the amazing .ai.lou.igoa 🌈 Toi Together is about making things side by side, slowing down, and sharing kōrero – for Rainbow rangatahi and someone they trust.

This is our LAST Toi Together workshop in Tāmaki Makaurau (for now 😉), so if you’ve been thinking about joining, THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO COME ALONG!

📍 Te Atatū Peninsula Community Centre, Tāmaki Makaurau
📅 Sun 24 Aug | 10am–1pm
🍽 Free kai
🔗 Sign up via our Instagram bio

✨ Spots are limited – register now so we can save yours + prep your materials! ✨

WHANGĀREI RAINBOW RANGATAHI – come make siapo with us!

🌺 Siapo (also known as tapa) is one of the oldest Samoan art forms, made from the bark of the u‘a plant. You’ll learn the process and create your own siapo with the amazing .ai.lou.igoa 🩷

🌈 Toi Together is about making things side by side, slowing down, and sharing kōrero – for Rainbow rangatahi and someone they trust.

📍 Hihiaua Cultural Centre, Whangārei
📅 Sat 26 July | 10am–1pm
🍽 Free kai
🔗 Sign up via our Instagram bio

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TĀMAKI MAKAURAU RAINBOW RANGATAHI – come make siapo with us!

🌺 Siapo (also known as tapa) is one of the oldest Samoan art forms, made from the bark of the u‘a plant. You’ll learn the process and create your own siapo with the amazing .ai.lou.igoa 🩷

🌈 Toi Together is about making things side by side, slowing down, and sharing kōrero – for Rainbow rangatahi and someone they trust.

📍 Te Pae o Kura, Tāmaki Makaurau
📅 Sat 19 July | 10am–1pm
🍽 Free kai
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✨ Spots are limited – register now so we can save yours + prep your materials! ✨

OutLine Aotearoa is calling for nominations to join our governance Board. We’re seeking committed community members to stand for election as Co-Chair, Treasurer, or Board Member.

Board members help guide our strategy, support our Chief Executive and kaimahi, and uphold our kaupapa, including our commitments to Te Tiriti, takatāpui and trans leadership, and equity in mental health.

Board members will be elected by OutLine Members at our AGM. You must be a current Member to apply, vote, or attend the AGM.

Nominations close: Wednesday 16 July, 6pm
AGM (election held): Wednesday 23 July, 6.30–8.30pm, online via Zoom.

Find out more and apply at the link in our bio.

PŌNEKE RAINBOW RANGATAHI – come make siapo with us!

🌺 Siapo (also known as tapa) is one of the oldest Samoan art forms, made from the bark of the u‘a plant. You’ll learn the process and create your own siapo with the amazing .ai.lou.igoa 🩷

🌈 Toi Together is about making things side by side, slowing down, and sharing kōrero – for Rainbow rangatahi and someone they trust.

📍 Newtown Hall, Pōneke
📅 Sat 12 June | 10am–1pm
🍽 Free kai
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✨ Spots are limited – register now so we can save yours + prep your materials! ✨

🏳️‍⚧️ Not sure where you’re at with transitioning? Not even sure where to start?

That’s okay. If you’re based in Tāmaki Makaurau, our Trans Peer Support Service is here to tautoko you, no matter what your journey looks like.

We can support you with things like name changes, accessing healthcare, finding resources, or just figuring out what you need next.

📈 (Yes, even if your path looks more like a scribble than a straight line.)

You can self-refer - the link is in our bio!

OutLine Aotearoa warmly invites our members to attend the 2025 Annual General Meeting.

🗓 Wednesday 23 July
🕡 6.30pm–8.30pm
💻 Online via Zoom

To speak or vote at the AGM, you’ll need to be a registered member. Please ensure your membership is confirmed by 6.00pm, Wednesday 16 July.

You can register via the link in our bio or head to our website.

We look forward to your participation and kōrero at this important time for the organisation.