High Court Justice Kirby: Trans People 'on the Front Line' of Equality Fight

Australia's first openly gay High Court Justice, Michael Kirby, recently gave an interview to SBS News, where he discussed the importance of equality for transgender people in Australia. Kirby highlighted the struggles faced by the transgender community, drawing parallels to his own experiences as a gay man during a time when homosexuality was criminalized. He stated, "Trans people are on the front line of the fight for equality." Kirby's comments underscore the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights and the need for continued progress in Australia. The interview, conducted in anticipation of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia, serves as a timely reminder of the importance of inclusivity and acceptance.