SparkleMob is increasing its impact across Indigenous queer communities with Magandjin/Brisbane's Inala Wangarra running the program to provide a safe space for Blak, queer and trans young people to connect and express themselves.
The group was founded to support the increasing need for culturally safe and inclusive spaces in the community.
Munanjahli, Bidjara and South Sea Islander Program officer Matt Bond said the group was born out of a clear community need.
"In short, because it was needed," he said.
"Inala Wangarra works for community by community, constantly adjusting, bringing back and creating programs that are purely done for the needs of community.
"Over time, the need for a space for First Nations, queer and trans mob continued to grow."
Mr Bond said SparkleMob was shaped by his own experiences growing up in Inala.
"The group took form based on my own experiences - particularly during high school - and what I wished was available to me when I needed support at the time," he said.
"SparkleMob fills the gap for mob part of the rainbow community and puts them at the forefront.
"Activities are created based on their interests, their hobbies and their shared enthusiasm for cosplays."

The weekly sessions range from Dungeons and Dragons and treasure hunts to creative workshops with Blak queer artists.
The focus is on creating a fun and inclusive environment where identities are never questioned and self-expression is encouraged.
Mr Bond said the response from the community has been overwhelmingly positive.
"I've had carers and parents share their relief with the creation of the group," he said.
"As well as many older queer and trans mob sharing that they too wished that SparkleMob was around for them when they were younger."
He added participants had become more confident and connected since joining the program.
"Participants have created their own group chat to keep in touch with each other, cosplayed together for our Comic-Con event and have started announcing their own achievements to the group which is always a joy," he said.
Beyond the participants, Mr Bond said SparkleMob was also encouraging wider community learning.
"I believe that SparkleMob is not only helping the participants but other mob as well in not feeling shame when they have questions," he said.
"As well as making our presence known that Inala has always had LGBTQIA+SB mob here and that will never change."
With the program now running for more than two years, Mr Bond said additional funding could help expand its reach and activities.
"Increased funding would push the group further in terms of the range of activities and outings that SparkleMob can go to," he said.
"I would love to hire more First Nations queer, trans artists and creatives to do workshops for the group... they've expressed interests in drag, animation and all different forms of self-expression."
Mr Bond said the long-term goal was to host a community event to showcase participants' creativity and strengthen Inala's inclusive spirit.
"I would love to create an event for SparkleMob that shows off their creativity and really cements that Inala is home to all," he said.
The community can show their support by donating oh the Inala Wangarra donation page.