Australia is an inclusive, multicultural society for all people from all backgrounds. Australia’s multicultural identity is a source of pride and strength.
Australia is a community of equals, in which everyone belongs. To foster belonging, the Australian Government places multiculturalism at the centre of the national agenda.
All Australians benefit from our successful multicultural society. We have the responsibility to maintain our diverse and inclusive society. Everyone should be able to go about their life without fear. Prejudice or discrimination have no place in Australia.
Government ministers’ forum
The then Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, the Hon Andrew Giles MP hosted a biannual Ministerial Forum on Multicultural Affairs in 2024. The most recent meeting was on Tuesday 16 July 2024. Read the communique on the Ministerial Forum.
All state and territory multicultural affairs ministers attend the forum. It is an opportunity to cooperate and support our multicultural society.
