Australian Capital Territory Numbered Acts

MULTICULTURALISM ACT 2023 (NO. 3 OF 2023) - SECT 6

    (1)     For this Act, "multiculturalism" means actions, policies, principles, programs and services intended to—

        (a)     engage with and respect individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences; and

        (b)     promote a better understanding of individuals' diverse backgrounds and experiences; and

        (c)     maintain an equitable, harmonious, progressive and unified community; and

        (d)     benefit from diversity.

    (2)     For this Act, "diversity" means the different ways an individual identifies and expresses themself in the community, including through their culture, language, religious or spiritual belief.