Description

The ACT Government is seeking written comment or submissions from individuals or organisations on the second draft of the ACT Multicultural Strategy 2010 -2013.

Following the initial round of community consultation, the draft includes an updated structure, as well as new content.

The Strategy now includes the following six focus areas:

* languages;
* ageing and aged care;
* children and young people;
* women;
* refugees and asylum seekers; and
* traditions, heritage and religious acceptance.

The draft ACT Multicultural Strategy 2010-2013 is now available at www.dhcs.act.gov.au

Written comments on the draft Strategy are encouraged and will be valued.

Feedback can be provided either by email to Multicultural.Strategy@ac t.gov.au or by post to:

ACT Multicultural Strategy 2010-2013,
Office of Multicultural Affairs,
GPO Box 158,
Canberra ACT 2601

Submissions close 5.00pm Thursday, 5 November 2009.

For further information phone the Office of Multicultural Affairs through Canberra Connect on 13 22 81.