“Working with the Victorian Pride Centre and being part of the Speakers Bureau has been extremely rewarding. Getting to connect with groups of people all over this state to further pride, diversity and inclusivity with my voice and story is truly an honour I don’t take lightly.” – Aaron Kelly, 2025
Meet Aaron (he/him)
Born into evangelical Christianity, Aaron Kelly once believed being LGBTIQA+ was incompatible with faith. Pressured into conversion practices and marriage, he became a pastor, enforcing exclusionary policies he later came to question. A deep biblical study opened his eyes to the harm caused by these teachings. After a suicide attempt, he came out, losing his job, community, and church. At 36, he rebuilt his life, now serving in an executive leadership role for a national commercial facility services company. Aaron advocates for LGBTIQA+ rights, challenges conversion therapy, and works to create inclusive spaces within religious communities. His journey offers hope to those reconciling faith and identity.
If you want to listen to his podcast ‘Queerfully Made’, check out their instagram here: www.instagram.com/queerfully.made
To read more about Aaron and his story, please see his Bureau profile here: Aaron Kelly – Victorian Pride Centre
Fun Fact: Aaron played the Lion in the Wizard of Oz and Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast!
🎤 Aaron is an Expert in:
- Advocacy and Inclusion
- Creating Safe and Inclusive Spaces
- Diversity and Identity
- Identity and Faith
- Intersectionality and Diversity
- LGBTIQA+ Awareness and Inclusion
With a deep commitment to inclusion, healing, and hope, Aaron weaves storytelling with lived experience to inspire meaningful change. Their presentations cover a range of vital topics including faith, family, compassion, and leadership. As an advocate for LGBTIQA+ communities and rainbow families, they explore power, privilege, and pathways to prevent future harm. Through honest conversations about awareness and advocacy, Aaron invites audiences to reflect, connect, and envision a more compassionate future for all.
Book Aaron for your next event!
Whether you’re hosting a workplace inclusion training, school assembly, or community event, Aaron’s story helps shift hearts and minds. To learn more about Aaron, view his profile here: Aaron Kelly – Victorian Pride Centre
Based: Statewide/Victoria
Available for: In-person / virtual bookings
📬 Bookings & Info: To book Aaron at your next event, please head to the following link: https://pridecentre.org.au/speakers-bureau/book-a-speaker
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