Following recent changes to departmental responsibilities, the functions of the former Department of Treaty, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, Communities and the Arts are transitioning to new departments. Work is underway to update departments’ websites.

Policy and governance

  • Multicultural Recognition Act 2016

    The Multicultural Recognition Act 2016 promotes development of Queensland as a united, harmonious and inclusive community with opportunities for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to participate in all aspects of life in our state.

  • Multicultural Policy and Action Plan

    'Our story, our future' is the Queensland Government's multicultural policy that, together with its 3-year action plan, promotes an inclusive, harmonious and united Queensland. Agencies with actions in the plan are required to report publicly on their progress on an annual basis.

  • Multicultural Queensland Advisory Council

    Established under the Multicultural Recognition Act 2016, the Multicultural Queensland Advisory Council provides advice to the Minister for Multicultural Affairs on opportunities and barriers facing people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and how to promote the Multicultural Queensland Charter.

  • Multicultural Queensland Charter

    The Multicultural Queensland Charter, established under the Multicultural Recognition Act 2016, is a statement of our values and aspirations, recognising our long and rich history of diversity and the strength it provides for our shared future.

  • Language Services Policy

    Language services, such as interpreters, aim to provide people who have difficulties communicating in English with the same access to services and programs as English-speaking Queenslanders.

  • Resources

    Provides Queensland Government agencies and employees with links to resources to support the implementation of actions under the Queensland Multicultural Action Plan 2024-25 to 2026-27, including resources on delivering culturally responsive services, driving diversity and inclusion in the public sector, strengthening our economy, and promoting social cohesion.

Last reviewed:12 April 2024

Last modified:12 February 2025

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Cultural acknowledgement

We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors of this land, their spirits and their legacy. The foundations laid by these ancestors—our First Nations peoples—give strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations towards creating a better Queensland.

Our human rights commitment

We will respect, protect and promote human rights within our decision-making and actions.