Victorians from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join one of the Regional Advisory Councils that help guide the Victorian Government’s work supporting multicultural communities.
Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ros Spence and Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) Chairperson Vivienne Nguyen on Monday (14 June) announced the opening of nominations for the Victorian Multicultural Commission’s Regional Advisory Councils.
There are eight Regional Advisory Councils from across the state, which provide critical, on-the-ground insights into issues that matter to multicultural communities—including migrant and refugee settlement services, employment, education, housing, citizenship and connection to culture, an official press release said.
The Councils also help identify potential solutions and strategies for achieving change, and provide a forum for other organisations and government bodies to engage with local multicultural communities.
Their work helps the VMC influence policy, and improve government and community services.
The Commission is seeking community members, business and local government representatives and service providers to achieve a balance of experience, diverse backgrounds and expertise.
The Commission strongly encourages people from culturally, linguistically and religiously diverse backgrounds, including established and new multicultural communities, refugees and people seeking asylum, and people over the age of 16 to apply. Members are appointed for two-year terms.
Nominations must be submitted online and close Friday 23 July. For more information on how to apply, visit multiculturalcommission.vic.
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