30 January 2026
Employment Report 2026
Trans and gender diverse people consistently report unemployment rates at 3 – 4 times higher than the Australian general population. However, there has been little research focused on understanding the barriers that trans people in Australia experience to gaining and maintaining employment, nor their experiences in the workforce.
To address this research gap, an online survey focused on employment experiences was open for completion between 1 May 2024 and 31 May 2024 to anyone:
With a gender that is different to what was presumed for them at birth (trans or gender diverse).
Currently living in Australia.
Aged 16 years or older.
This survey was conducted as part of the larger TRANSform Project.
TRANSform is an ongoing research project that aims to produce priority-based and community-led research to improve the health and wellbeing of trans and gender diverse communities.
View the launch event here:
Alongside this report, health care and housing reports were also launched:
