Sat, 17th, Oct, 2026: Joe Ball (he/him), Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities

Macca and Kenny are joined live on air by Joe Ball (he/him), Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities. Joe is currently the Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities. He is a proud transgender man and long-time community advocate, previously serving as CEO of Switchboard Victoria. Advocates for the rights and needs of LGBTIQA+ Victorians across state government policy, programs, and community services. A central priority of his office is delivering outcomes under Victoria’s Pride in Our Future strategy statewide. Core Philosophy: Deeply grounded in grassroots activism, lived experience, and making sure regional and rural queer communities receive equal support, safety, and visibility. Focus: The “Our United Future” Regional Town Hall Tour Joe, has been been travelling across regional Victoria and connecting with local communities. And they discussed some of the key things they’re hearing from LGBTIQA+ Victorians outside Melbourne right now, and and what’s happening in the regional areas… The post Sat, 17th, Oct, 2026: Joe Ball (he/him), Victorian Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities appeared first on Saturday Magazine .