The Multicultural Youth Network advises the Victorian Government on issues that affect young, multicultural Victorians.
Members include young people from a range of faiths, cultures, ages and locations. It was established in September 2007 and meets once a month.
It is supported by:
- the Victorian Multicultural Commission Youth Commissioner as chairperson
- the Minister for Multicultural Affairs
- the Minister for Youth Affairs
As a group, they:
- highlight key issues facing young Victorians
- deliver presentations on diversity, faith and culture
- develop youth-led projects
- build their skills in responding to challenges faced by multicultural youth
Members have contributed to many initiatives, including:
- youth-led projects on employment, mental health, sport and education
- workshops with young people to discuss cultural diversity
- workshops with young people to discuss the migration experience
- participation in the UBUNTU Youth Stage as part of the Viva Victoria festival in 2012 to 2016
Annual reports
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2008
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2009
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2010
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2011
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2012
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2013
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2014
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2015
Multicultural Youth Network Annual Report 2016
Research briefs
Multicultural Youth Network Research Report 2013
Multicultural Youth Network Research Report 2014
Please contact us to request a large print version of any of the above documents.
Reviewed 30 August 2019