Multicultural Action Plan (PDF - 2.5MB) - City of Greater Geelong

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28 Responsive Services action 3 objective: To ensure an orgnisation-wide approach to inclusive service planning, design and delivery in response to CALD community needs. ACTION BY WITH FuNDED BY MEASuRES WHEN 1 Tailor sporting and recreational activities to the S&R Diversitat Use of existing structure and resources At least two tailored activities/programs Ongoing needs of CALD groups including refugee women LES Leisure Networks Funding opportunities with Sports held each year. and young people who might not participate in activities due to their religion or culture. YMCA Without Borders Increased number of CALD group accessing CoGG recreational and sporting activities Ongoing CoGG Increased access and participation of CALD community groups in CoGG consultations 2 Recognise and address needs of CALD communities in all relevant CoGG policies, procedures and future planning considerations. Ongoing Designed brochure distributed to key stakeholders Use of existing structures, frameworks and resources Diversitat Deakin University G21 Relevant businesses and agencies CDU EDU CMU 3 In partnership with key businesses and service agencies, promote Geelong to all CALD communities as a destination of choice highlighting its cultural diversity, benefits for skilled migration, international studies and investment opportunities. Ongoing Number of initiatives in partnership with relevant agencies targeting schools and other public places Use of existing resources Other relevant govt. funding CDU Diversitat Deakin University 4 Partner with community organisations to respond to racism and safety concerns particularly in the northern suburbs. Two annual initiatives implemented DIAC Geelong Police G21 Dept. of Justice School community Neighbourhood Houses Church Groups 2011–2013 Evidence of technology used and implemented with relevant stakeholders Explore possible funding opportunities, if applicable Diversitat G21 CDU CMU ITU YDU 5 Make emergency communication strategies (such as use of advanced mobile and internet technology) quick and accessible. MCO Mayor and Councillors Office ODu Organisation Development Unit RMS Risk Management Services SRu Sports and Recreation Unit YDu Youth Development Unit YSu Youth Services Unit GIN Geelong Interfaith Network G21 G21 Geelong Regional Alliance IT Information Technology LES Leisure Services MACS Multicultural Aged Care Services MAV Municipal Association of Victoria CSu Community Service Unit CMu Communication and Marketing Unit COGG City of Greater Geelong – Relevant Departments DIAC Department of Immigration and Citizenship EDu Economic Development Unit KEY FOR ABBREVIATIONS ACD Arts and Culture Department ADu Aged and Disability Unit CALD Culturally and Linguistically Diverse FSu Family Services Unit CDu Community Development Unit CFu Community Facilities Unit
Responsive Services (…continued) action 3 objective: To ensure an orgnisation-wide approach to inclusive service planning, design and delivery in response to CALD community needs. ACTION BY WITH FuNDED BY MEASuRES WHEN 6 Build CoGG capacity to understand and respond CDU Diversitat To be considered as part of the CoGG Induction Program incorporating Ongoing to CALD needs via ongoing customised training ODU VMC 2011-12 budget process cultural diversity issues and needs and awareness including: implemented • cross-cultural understanding Victorian Interpreter and Translator service Staff cultural diversity training • pre-arrival experiences of refugee and Neighbourhood Houses has been implemented and evaluated humanitarian entrants and migrants G21 • how to effectively use interpreter, phone interpreter and translation services Barwon Health • professional development workshops focussing on engaging and working effectively with CALD communities • activities through Well for Life and Healthy Choices, Healthy Communities Ongoing Viability of City Hall Customer Service as the official point of contact determined CSU Use of existing structure and human resources Business Case prepared as necessary 7 Look at designating a Customer Service office as the first point of contact for information for new arrivals. 2011–2013 Diversity profile of CoGG staff established Increased number of CALD group applying for CoGG positions ODU To be considered as part of the 2011–2012 budget process. 8 Review how CoGG recruits and selects staff to make sure the workforce represents the diverse community. Ongoing Increased number of CALD group doing work experience or volunteering at CoGG Explore funding by DIIRD Use of existing structure Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD) CDU ODU 9 Look at ways to expand CALD work experience and volunteering within CoGG. Volunteering Geelong Ongoing Use of existing resources and structures Current levels of service usage documented Increased number of CALD group accessing CoGG programs and services CDU Diversitat Relevant agencies Multicultural Community groups 10Work with Family, Youth, Economic Development, Health and Local Laws, Sports and Recreation services to better engage CALD community and increase their participation in programs and services. MCO Mayor and Councillors Office ODu Organisation Development Unit RMS Risk Management Services SRu Sports and Recreation Unit YDu Youth Development Unit YSu Youth Services Unit 29 GIN Geelong Interfaith Network G21 G21 Geelong Regional Alliance IT Information Technology LES Leisure Services MACS Multicultural Aged Care Services MAV Municipal Association of Victoria CSu Community Service Unit CMu Communication and Marketing Unit COGG City of Greater Geelong – Relevant Departments DIAC Department of Immigration and Citizenship EDu Economic Development Unit KEY FOR ABBREVIATIONS ACD Arts and Culture Department ADu Aged and Disability Unit CALD Culturally and Linguistically Diverse FSu Family Services Unit CDu Community Development Unit CFu Community Facilities Unit
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