Multicultural Queensland Month 2021, the State’s largest celebration of multiculturalism, is under way.
Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Leanne Linard said the theme of the month was Inclusion in Action, recognising the role everyone played in contributing to the State’s identity and economic prosperity.
“As well as celebrating the month, I’m also pleased to announce the launch of the Government’s next round of Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants,” Ms Linard said.
She said more than $800,000 in funding would go to organisations who wanted to undertake multicultural festivals, events and activities that celebrated Queensland’s cultural diversity in 2022.
“Many of the events and activities being undertaken throughout this month are recipients of Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants in 2021,” Ms Linard said.
“Nothing connects people together like multicultural festivals and events, and they contribute so much to creating healthy societies, building social cohesion and stimulating local economies.”
The Minister urged Queenslanders to access the Multicultural Queensland Month website to check out the webinars and other activities happening throughout August.
“While COVID has affected many of us, some organisations have pivoted to move activities online or virtually to ensure we can still celebrate the wonderful benefits that multiculturalism brings to Queensland,” Ms Linard said.
“A series of free webinars, facilitated by the Griffith University MATE program, explore topics such as racism prevention, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.”
Ms Linard urged Queenslanders to watch the stories, join the activities and embrace Multicultural Queensland Month “so we can continue our important work of building an even more inclusive Queensland”.
Further information on Multicultural Queensland Month can be accessed at this PS News link.