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Localities Embracing and Accepting Diversity

Submitted by admin on Fri, 2015-11-27 07:02
Managing Demographic Change
Social Cohesion

"The LEAD program was established as a pilot program through the VicHealth strategy and business plan 2009-2013 where they recognised a priority to reduce race-based discrimination."

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Accessible planning information for CALD communities

Submitted by admin on Fri, 2015-11-27 06:57
Managing Demographic Change
Planning, Development and Open Space Management
Social Cohesion

"Council has produced a range of planning videos in leading community languages including English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Greek, Italian and Vietnamese, which are now available on its website. The three videos cover: how to apply for a planning permit and why the permits are needed; Boroondara’s tree pruning and removal laws; how planning laws are enforced."

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Skilled migrants get work-ready

Submitted by admin on Fri, 2015-11-27 06:53
Community Development
Managing Demographic Change
Social Cohesion

"A unique work experience program is helping adult skilled migrants and refugees overcome employment challenges through placements at Whittlesea City Council"

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Refugee Welcome Zones

Submitted by admin on Fri, 2015-11-27 06:48
Managing Demographic Change
Social Cohesion

"In a first for the Northern Territory, the City of Palmerston joins 84 other councils around Australia in recognising the contribution refugees make in the community, while also committing to upholding the human rights of refugees."

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Whittlesea and Reconciliation

Submitted by admin on Fri, 2015-11-27 06:44
Social Cohesion

"Reconciliation Action Plans are helping councils build and strengthen relationships with traditional owners, elders and the broader Aboriginal community through facilitating meaningful discussions to hear community needs and wants."

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Victorian Multicultural Commission - Cultural Diversity Week

Submitted by admin on Fri, 2015-11-27 06:41
Social Cohesion

"CULTURAL Diversity Week is held annually to coincide with the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on 21 March, and is an opportunity for Victorians to come together to share their culture, faith and language."