Keynote Speeches
delsi Moleta (they/she) is a storyteller, filmmaker, educator on LGBTQIA+ issues, TEDx speaker, researcher, workshop facilitator, and award-winning creator of Unicorns - the queer space that transformed accessibility and inclusion within LGBTQIA+ nightlife.
"We all need a vision of what life can be. As queer people, we often lack public representation. Let’s work together to change that, because I believe queer joy is an idea worth spreading."
They have been in conversation with LGBTQIA+ icon Kate Moening from the acclaimed ‘The L Word’ series, hosted the Minus18 Queer Youth Formal, and been invited to introduce queer films at the Sydney Film Festival. They have presented talks on queer inclusion for a wide spectrum of organisations, from the creators of ‘Love on the Spectrum’ (Northern Pictures) to one of Australia’s leading counseling providers, Relationships Australia.
They were an Ambassador for Give Out Day Australia in both 2022 and 2023, were a finalist for Victorian LGBTI Person of the Year in 2019 and 2023, and were named in the Top 50 LGBTI Australian Leaders List according to Google.
Their film on queer femme identity, FEMME, is currently screening across film festivals in Europe and the United States and will premiere in Australia this July as part of the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival.
Speaking Topics
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What do safer spaces really look like for LGBTQIA+ people, and how can you start working towards increasing accessibility and inclusion within your work and social spaces today?
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What does it mean to be a queer femme person in modern Australia? Are there additional barriers that femme people face? This session includes a screening of delsi's award-winning short film Femme (12 minutes) which explores this important facet of our community and gives insight into the unique challenges faced by queer femme individuals.
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How do LGBTQIA+ individuals experience gendered violence at work? What microaggressions might they face? delsi, the Project Manager for the WorkSafe LGBTQIA+ Gendered-Based Violence Toolkit, can provide insights into the latest research and strategies for reducing gendered violence within your workspaces.
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Did you know that bisexual Australians face higher rates of mental health concerns compared to their gay and lesbian counterparts? Discover the latest research and learn about steps you can take to improve the lives of the wonderful bi+ people within your networks.
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As LGBTQIA+ people, when we come out, we often hear the negative aspects. What if I shared all the wonderful parts about being queer with you, so the next time someone comes out to you, you can pass on these positive messages?
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In 2019, delsi became the first Australian LGBTI person to successfully sue for anti-LGBTI online defamation. Hear her story to gain insight into the impact of online hate and learn how to stand up for yourself and support the queer people within your networks.
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We know consent is important, but navigating these conversations in everyday life can be challenging. Learn from delsi, one of the featured speakers in the SBS consent-focused documentary Asking For It, about how to incorporate healthy consent conversations into your daily life.
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Ex-high school teacher delsi has extensive experience within the Australian school system and LGBTQIA+ youth events. Discover how to enhance safety and inclusion for queer youth in your world.
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Most of us want our spaces to be safe and inclusive for everyone, but we might not always know how to achieve this. Come and learn simple steps to create more inclusive beauty and hair salons!
What have people said?
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Delsi's recent presentation at Nillumbik Shire Council tied in perfectly with our 'Wear it Purple' day celebrations. Their insights as a former high school teacher and as an active advocate for LGBTQIA+ youth were invaluable. The way in which they shared their own story (the highs, and the lows), with humour, candour and vulnerability, struck a chord with everyone in the room - from our administrators to our operations crew.
Nillumbik Shire Council
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The combination of delsi sharing her story and combining it with more general information and stats was really powerful and helped bring the general information to light. It helped staff to connect and see the personal side and importance of LGBTIQA+ inclusion. Our workforce is mostly new-ish to this area, and the way you spoke was accessible, funny, moving and impactful! Your talk elicited meaningful and genuine engagement from our staff, the talk sparked many conversations in the days and weeks following.
Monash City Council
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Our staff walked away genuinely moved and motivated to do more to increase LGBTIQA+ inclusion!
Seeker Agency