Australian Multicultural Council (AMC)
The Australian Multicultural Council was officially launched by the Prime Minister, the Hon Julia Gillard MP, on 22 August 2011 at Parliament House in Canberra.
The AMC's priorities are covered in its terms of reference which are to:
- advise the government on multicultural affairs
- have a formal role in a strengthened access and equity strategy
- have a research and advisory role around multicultural policy
- assist with cultural diversity celebrations and Harmony Day activities
- implement a 'People of Australia Ambassadors' Program to articulate the benefits of, and help celebrate, our multicultural nation.
See: Council members
Media releases from the AMC are available.
See:
Council congratulates Senator Kate Lundy – 2 March 2012
People of Australia Ambassadors – 18 January 2012
Multicultural council welcomes People of Australia ambassadors – 18 January 2012
Council welcomes independent findings – 27 September 2011
Council ensures equal access to government information – 22 September 2011
