I recently had the pleasure of meeting both Matthew and his mother. Matthew's mother is just as sweet as Matthew and is so supportive of him. They make a great pair.
Matthew, you have also been one of my amazing role models. You show me to be comfortable with the skin I'm in, and to not be brought down by other people's opinions.
Hey there Matt. I am extremely proud of you because you are honest. Not only that, you came out & your mother is there to support you no matter what. You are a role model for young gay people & also you are a beautiful human being. Keep up the good work.
If you ever read this, your honesty & courage, as well as your athletic achievements, have been such a source of inspiration to me. :) You are incredible. Thank you so much for everything you have done for this cause.
Matt, more than any other Australian athlete, you've made me so proud to be Australian. You're a fantastic role model for all Australians to be true to yourself and out and proud. And snaps to Vivienne - you rock!
Congratulations Matthew you are a true champion and not only in your chosen sport. Your triumph over personal issues and your determination to be who you really are is an inspiration to all. Young Australians are fortunate to have such a fine example of humanity as you. In admiration Bill S
An International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO) initiative in partnership with:
ACON (NSW's leading GLBT health promotion agency), Lesbian and Gay Anti-Violence Project, City of Sydney, NSW Police Force, Department of Justice and Attorney General, Anti-Violence Project of Victoria, NSW Young Lawyers Human Rights Committee (Same-Sex and Anti-Discrimination Working Groups), Amnesty International Australia NSW LGBTQ Network, Diversity Council Australia, Twenty10, NSW Gay and Lesbian Rights Lobby, National LGBT Health Alliance, Metropolitan Community Church Sydney, The Gender Centre, Highschoolers Against Homophobia and others.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at 7:11PM
Reader Comments (18)
This is a great, positive, fantastic project. Great work guys! The photos are fab! x
matt mitcham is definately an idol of mine. what a legend.
Go MM!
Chris, London UK
Thanks Matt, you are def someone to be proud of and proud!!
Thats so sweet babe.... and I wouldnt have it any other way. Love you xx
Matthew, you're a legend. Keep up the good work! What a fantastic role model for young people.
Matt you are awesome (and cute as)!! good on you!!
aww @ your mum's comment :) I wish my mum was that proud!
Matthew, I've admired you for quite a while now but I have to say I think I'm now in love with Vivienne your mum :-)
Keep up the good work x
I recently had the pleasure of meeting both Matthew and his mother. Matthew's mother is just as sweet as Matthew and is so supportive of him. They make a great pair.
thanks! :)
lets write them until the admit it, or stop doing it! i am writing them now!
:)
HOT! come visit Dubbo
Matthew, you have also been one of my amazing role models. You show me to be comfortable with the skin I'm in, and to not be brought down by other people's opinions.
Matty you make me proud to be gay and proud to be australian thx sooooooooo much
Hey there Matt. I am extremely proud of you because you are honest. Not only that, you came out & your mother is there to support you no matter what. You are a role model for young gay people & also you are a beautiful human being. Keep up the good work.
If you ever read this, your honesty & courage, as well as your athletic achievements, have been such a source of inspiration to me. :) You are incredible. Thank you so much for everything you have done for this cause.
Matt, more than any other Australian athlete, you've made me so proud to be Australian. You're a fantastic role model for all Australians to be true to yourself and out and proud. And snaps to Vivienne - you rock!
Aw, so cute! :D
Congratulations Matthew you are a true champion and not only in your chosen sport. Your triumph over personal issues and your determination to be who you really are is an inspiration to all. Young Australians are fortunate to have such a fine example of humanity as you. In admiration Bill S