Minister Ros Spence announces more money for multicultural festivals

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting festivals and events hosted by diverse community organisations that promote the sharing and celebration of culture, tradition and social connection. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ros Spence today opened the next round of funding from the Multicultural Festivals and Events Program for communities to deliverRead More →

VMC Recognizing Multicultural Community leaders

The Andrews Labor Government is ensuring outstanding multicultural community leaders, members and organisations who have made significant contributions to multiculturalism in Victoria receive the honour and recognition they deserve. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ros Spence and Victorian Multicultural Commission Chairperson Viv Nguyen today announced that nominations are open for theRead More →

Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple gets $500,000

The Victorian Government is supporting multicultural and multifaith communities to reconnect, celebrate and share their culture through COVIDsafe festivals and events in 2022 with grants available for community festivals and events. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ros Spence today announced the opening of the next round of the Multicultural Festivals andRead More →

Ros Spence gives more money to multicultural communities

The Victorian Government is supporting multicultural Victorians from diverse communities to stay safe and healthy, and promote the importance of vaccination in their communities. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ros Spence today announced $2 million to increase health messaging promoting vaccination and COVIDSafe behaviour designed by multicultural communities. “It’s vital multiculturalRead More →

VMC Regional Advisory Council Nominations

Victorians from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join one of the Regional Advisory Councils that help guide the Victorian Government’s work supporting multicultural communities. Nominations are now open. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ros Spence and Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) Chairperson Vivienne Nguyen today announced the opening of nominations for theRead More →

Multicultural media outlets supported by Vic govt

The Andrews Labor Government is offering support multicultural media outlets for them to continue their important work amid the financial challenges of the pandemic. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ros Spence today announced $1.25 million for 58 multicultural media organizations, which play a vital role by sharing up-to-date, culturally appropriate informationRead More →