Ian Purcell Oration 2025

2nd November 2025
2.30pm
Hawke Building, UniSA City West Campus, 55 North Terrace

Ian Purcell AM was a founding member of SARAA and a prominent advocate for the LGBTIQA+ community in SA, known as the ‘Godfather of the Gay Community’. He dedicated his life to fight discimination against the LGBTIQ community.

The Ian Purcell Oration provides a platform for respected members of South Australia's LGBTIQA+ community to talk about issues close to their heart and of importance to the LGBTIQA+ community. The Orations will also have a special function of helping us to remember our communities history.

Welcome Mat
 


New to Feast Festival? Flying solo?

No worries - just look for the Welcome Mat!

For many years, the Welcome Mat - an initiative of Bfriend - has been a warm and welcoming presence at Feast Festival events. Designed to make everyone feel included and comfortable, the program brings together a team of trained LGBTIQA+ volunteers from Bfriend and Feast, who are there to greet you with a smile, offer support, and help you settle in. Whether it’s your first time at a queer event or you’re returning after some time away, the Welcome Mat is here to ensure you feel seen, valued, and connected from the moment you arrive.