Projects and Initatives

Join the Multicultural Multifaith Youth Network
The Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) and the Office for Youth (OFY) are recruiting for the second term of Multifaith Multicultural Youth Network (MMYN). The MMYN was established in September 2007 to focus on issues relevant to young people of diverse faiths and cultures. The MMYN provide advice to the Victorian Government on a range of multifaith, multicultural youth issues and initiatives through the VMC and OFY. If you are between 16-25, enthusiastic about promoting harmony and sharing your ideas with others click here to find out more about the Multicultural Multifaith Youth Network.

Celebrate our Cultural Diversity Week

Celebrate our Cultural Diversity Week is the Victoria’s largest event for the promotion of cultural, linguistic and religious diversity and community harmony. Find out more about Celebrate our Cultural Diversity Week.

Refugee Support Package

The Victorian Government recently committed $4.7 million to a Refugee Support Package to be implemented by the Department for Victorian Communities, through the Victorian Multicultural Commission partnership with the Department of Human Services.

Cultural Precincts

The Victorian Government recently committed $8 million to enhance Melbourne’s three major cultural precincts, Little Bourke Street Chinatown precinct, Lygon Street Italian precinct and Lonsdale Street Greek precinct. Learn more about Cultural Precincts.

Community Recognition

In acknowledging the achievements and outstanding contributions made by migrants and refugees, the VMC aims to encourage greater awareness and respect for our cultural diversity. Find out more about the Awards of Excellence, Victorian Refugee Recognition Record, and Community Receptions.

Community Accord

The Community Accord, provides a set of statements that reflect the values, principles and sentiments of our multicultural society. Find out how your organisation can demonstrate its commitment to cultural diversity by signing the accords.

Community Consultations

The VMC regularly holds consultations with communities across Victoria about a wide range of issues. Whether an issue affects one community or number of communities, the VMC ensures everyone has the opportunity to voice their concerns and share their ideas. Find out more about Community Consultations.