Open Doors Youth Service in Brisbane is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a trans youth art exhibition titled "Shimmer," created in collaboration with artist Gerwyn Davies, Museum of Brisbane, MELT Festival, and Brisbane Powerhouse. Twelve trans and gender diverse young people worked with Davies to produce artworks now on display at the Museum of Brisbane until April. The organization is also hosting a fundraising gala dinner inside the exhibition space to support its ongoing services for LGBTQIA+ youth in Queensland.
This milestone matters because it highlights the resilience and visibility of trans youth during a politically challenging time in Queensland, where LGBTQIA+ support services remain vital. The exhibition centers young queer voices and their creative expression, while the fundraising event underscores the continued need for safe, affirming spaces. Open Doors is Queensland's only dedicated LGBTQIA+ youth service, and this anniversary reinforces its role as a lifeline for hundreds of young people each year.