Carl Hooper, the celebrated former West Indies cricket captain, has been named a Multicultural Ambassador for Cricket Australia, marking a new chapter in the sport’s efforts to embrace diversity and foster inclusion. His two-year appointment is a central part of the organisation’s Multicultural Action Plan, a framework aimed at building bridges between cricket and Australia’s multicultural communities.
The Multicultural Ambassador Program features 58 influential figures from various fields, including past and present players, government officials, media personalities, business leaders, and community leaders. Each ambassador plays a vital role in advocating for diversity and breaking down barriers that hinder multicultural participation in cricket and the broader community.
Carl Hooper expressed his enthusiasm for the role, highlighting the significance of cricket as a unifying force. “Cricket has always been a passion of mine, and I believe this program will help promote the game and foster greater connectivity across the Australian cricket landscape,” said Hooper. “Together, we can make a real difference and promote cricket as a sport for all.”
The ambassadors will focus on key areas such as participation, high performance, representation, engagement, and enhancing the experience of cricket for everyone involved. This initiative reflects Cricket Australia’s commitment to making cricket an accessible and inclusive sport, ensuring it resonates with the diversity of the nation.
By involving leaders like Hooper, the program aims to create meaningful opportunities for multicultural communities to engage with cricket while celebrating the shared values and cultural richness that unite Australians.
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