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The Multicultural Queensland Charter in Action

The Multicultural Queensland Charter sets out eight principles to achieve the vision of a harmonious, inclusive and united Queensland. Check out these great examples of organisations bringing the Multicultural Queensland Charter and its principles to life across Queensland.

Queensland Police Service
AFL Queensland
Inala Multicultural Festival
Work and Welcome Program
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Teys Australia
Mabel Park State High School
Dalby Welcoming Community

Principle 1: We are all committed to democracy and Australian laws so our community is strong and unified

Principle 2: We all work together to make Queensland a prosperous State

Principle 3: We all respect, embrace, celebrate and are free to express our culture, language and religion

Principle 4: We all have equal rights and responsibilities, and everyone can access government services when needed

Principle 5: We are all committed to mutual respect and fair treatment so Queensland is a caring, safe and inclusive place to live

Principle 6: We all ensure everybody gets a chance to contribute and participate

Principle 7: We all communicate respectfully and build mutual understanding of the views, stories and issues important to all Queenslanders

Principle 8: We all make sure everyone feels like they belong and look after each other in times of need

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Show your support for the Charter by downloading a copy to display in your workplace, school, community or event

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The Multicultural Queensland Charter sets out eight principles to achieve the vision of a harmonious, inclusive and united Queensland. It's up to all of us to put the principles into practice – whether that be…

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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.