About

A habit with purpose, and a purpose with sparkle.

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence began in 1979 in San Francisco, when a handful of queer rebels donned nun habits on Easter Sunday and hit the streets with a mission: to provoke, to heal, to stand for the oppressed, and to turn the gaze of the world onto the beauty and strength of queer lives.

What started as sacred satire became a global movement of activism, performance, and community care. The Melbourne Order — our cheeky, fabulous, and fiercely loving chapter — continues this legacy with a unique Aussie twist.

In our city, we’ve been known to:

• Host our monthly Nuncheons (think tea, talk, and tiaras)

• Appear at Pride marches, Trans Day of Remembrance, and IDAHOBIT

• Bless queer weddings and chosen family ceremonies

• Offer support, sanctuary, and sequins to those who need it most
  
  

We are drag nuns, but we are also activists, mentors, celebrants, and community builders. Every Sister takes on a personal calling — to serve with authenticity, to speak truth with humour, and to spread joy wherever the world most needs it.