Cultural & Linguistic Diversity at Victorian Government
Over 50 per cent of Australians have a parent born overseas - the Victorian Government aims to be an employer that reflects the community it serves.
Although the public sector is increasingly diverse, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds remain under-represented.
To ensure workplaces are increasingly attractive to those of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, many public sector organisations provide training in cultural awareness and competency, and the government departments and Victoria Police have localised cultural diversity strategies and staff-led networks.
The Victorian public sector Women of Colour Network and the African-Australian Network are 2 examples of staff-led initiatives committed to supporting employees and contributing to inclusive and equitable workplaces.