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

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4 Foreword by Cr John Mitchell, mayor City of Greater Geelong The City of Greater Geelong Multicultural Action Plan 2011–2014 is the very first of its kind for this municipality. The plan recognises the contribution, both past and present, of people of cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds to making our city what it is today. By implementing this plan, Council recognises our responsibility to create an environment which supports individuals, groups and networks so that they can fully participate in civic life. Many people have been directly or indirectly involved in developing the plan including local residents, community groups, and staff of non-government organisations and all three levels of government. I would like to acknowledge the expertise and rich contribution made by the members of the Multicultural Action Plan Working Group who have been instrumental in shaping this plan. Cr John Mitchell Mayor CITy OF GREATER GEELOnG
Message from Cr Eddy Kontelj, Multicultural and Aboriginal Affairs Geelong has enjoyed the benefits of a diverse and multicultural community for decades. The region is home to hundreds of cultures and linguistically diverse communities. Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities have contributed significantly to the fabric of Geelong with their community work, culture, art, language, religion, sporting achievements, food and dance. Their economic contribution, the industries they have worked in and the businesses they operate have advanced Geelong — we all live in a better place because of our CALD communities. While the City of Greater Geelong (The City) has an impressive track record for welcoming and engaging people from diverse cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds, the Multicultural Action Plan (MAP) is a “whole of organisation” response to cultural diversity and a framework to help guide and direct us into the future. The City is committed to opportunities and services that enable all people, regardless of their cultural, religious, ethnic or linguistic background, to join in the wider community and live a better quality of life. 5 The MAP was developed with the collaboration and input of the Multicultural Action Plan Working Group, in consultation with over 300 people or organisations. It aims to: • foster unity • promote community harmony • support our cultural, linguistic and religious diversity • advance equality and human rights • boost Geelong’s competitive economic and multicultural advantage • help address demographic, social and economic challenges of the region. As someone born in Geelong to parents who immigrated to Australia in 1957, I was personally humbled and proud to be part of this first MAP for the Geelong region. In my role as portfolio holder for Multicultural Affairs I am excited at the prospect of continuing to work with our CALD communities to strengthen our current objectives, and to implement new initiatives as identified in the MAP. To each individual, community and organisation that contributed to this MAP, and the Multicultural Action Plan Working Group, I pass on my sincere appreciation and thanks for your valued dedication, input and passion. Your tenacity will make the difference. Cr Eddy Kontelj Cowie Ward
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