16.06.09

This week's show was bought to you by Petro, Tobi and Kyle.

RADIOTHON

It's that time of year to put your money where your ears are and become a member of JOY or renew your membership!



JOY 94.9 provides such an important service, especially for young people who may still be in the closet and are experiencing difficulties accepting their sexuality. Hearing the voices of proud GLBT people provides them with what might be their only connection to the community. With "Generation Next", JOY gives young people a voice - a chance to express opinions and discuss issues that affect them - whether it be sex, bullying, online issues, dating, coming out, etc. It also supports the annual Youth Week and hosts a variety of events such outside broadcasts at schools and unis, and puts on short courses to train young people in radio.

But a station does not fund itself! Without our members, JOY would not exist so your support is vital. Please become a member by phoning 9699 2949 and pledge your support for Australia's only full-time, out and proud Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgendered radio station.

For all you young peeps, there are special concession ($33) and under 18 ($22) prices. Very reasonable prices for such a big cause.

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ANTI-VIOLENCE PROJECT
Greg Adkins (presenter of JOY's "Detours" - Saturdays at 12 noon) joined us in the studio to talk about the Anti-Violence Project which aims to increase awareness about homophobia and encourage victims to REPORT IT. Silence is the worst enemy. Homophobia will continue to thrive unless something is done about it. If you experience verbal or physical threats (or witness someone experience it), no matter how small or big, report it to an authority figure straight away, whether it be a teacher, boss, the police, or social worker.

"Don't Look Away"



For more information, visit their website.

VOX POP

Chantelle and Sarah shared with us a new Vox Pop, asking the people of Melbourne "What would you tell your 16 year old self?"

GAY SCHOOL


Idol comes out
This year's American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert officially put an end to speculation, coming out as gay on the cover of Rolling Stone. It's great to see a celebrity, at the height of his popularity, being open about their sexuality. Hopefully many young GLBT people will now have a positive role model to look up to.

Support for Gay Marriage in Australia

A new survey has shown 60 per cent of Australians support gay marriage. The poll, conducted for the lobby group Australian Marriage Equality, found strong support for same-sex marriage, including among Coalition voters.

Of the 1100 respondents, 60 per cent were in favour of same-sex marriage. And 58 per cent believed Australia should also recognise the marriages of immigrating same-sex couples who'd tied the knot overseas.

Some 75 per cent of Greens voters backed gay marriage compared with 63 per cent of Labor supporters and 49 per cent of Coalition voters.

Women were more likely to support gay marriage, with 65 per cent of them in favour of it compared with 51 per cent of men.

Support for gay marriage was strongest among Australians aged 16 to 24, with 74 per cent in favour compared with 45 per cent for those aged over 50.

Go us youth!