Multicultural | Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD)

Policy Paper Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities
May 2011
People, regardless of race, religion, ethnic or cultural backgrounds, have the right to access services, be included, participate freely and have fair opportunities in civil society. While some people from CALD backgrounds experience success and enjoy positive outcomes, the current reality is that a significant proportion of people from CALD communities experience barriers, prejudice, discrimination and racism.
Policy Paper Accessing Interpreters and Translators
May 2011
Accessing qualified interpreters to communicate effectively with people who are not proficient or confident in English is part of an agency’s commitment to ensuring equitable access for all Queenslanders. Everyone has the right to full comprehension of information and service provided to them, as well as their rights and responsibilities.
Submission April 2006, Response to the discussion paper “Towards an Early Years Strategy – A Multicultural Focus”
Apr 2006
Submission Australian Government Access and Equity Inquiry
Feb 2012
The Australian Government is undertaking a review of its Access and Equity Framework. An Access and Equity Panel has been tasked to undertake an inquiry into the reesponsiveness of Australian Government services to Australia's culturally and linguistically diverse population. The COSS network made a joint submission, developed by QCOSS.
Submission Inquiry on the Multicultural Recognition Bill 2011
Nov 2011
In late 2011, the Multicultural Recognition Bill 2011 was released. The Community Affairs Committed undertook an inquiry seeking input on the draft Bill. QCOSS made a brief submission.
Media Release New milestone for a multicultural Queensland
Jul 2011
All of Queensland will benefit from a new state government multicultural policy released by Premier Anna Bligh today says the Queensland Council of Social Service.
State Election 2006 Paper 8 Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities
Aug 2006
Submission Submission to the review of the 2004 Queensland Government Multicultural Policy incorporating the Queensland Government Language Services Policy
Jun 2010
in late 2009 throuh to mid 2010 the Queensland Government reviewed its multicultural policy and language services poilcy. QCOSS made a submission. QCOSS also led a submission on behalf of the Queensland Accessing Interpreters Working Group.