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‘Being LGBTQ is easier, being Jewish has never been so difficult in Australia’

LGBTQI+ Jews celebrating of 25 years of participation in the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras share the best and worst aspects of their dual identities.
Vic Alhadeff & Hannah Chester
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Published: 4 March 2025

Last updated: 4 March 2025

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Vic Alhadeff & Hannah Chester

Vic Alhadeff OAM is former CEO of the NSW Jewish Board of Deputies and former editor of the Australian Jewish News. Hannah Chester is The Jewish Independent's social media manager.