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USC multiculturalism expert to advise Minister
University of the Sunshine Coast academic Narayan Gopalkrishnan has been appointed to an advisory committee for State Minister for Communities and Multiculturalism Lindy Nelson-Carr.
Mr Gopalkrishnan, who is the director of USC’s Centre for Multicultural and Community Development, recently accepted the Minister’s invitation to be part of the Multicultural Community Ministerial Advisory Committee.
This committee will meet four times a year to offer advice and feedback on a variety of matters.
Ms Nelson Carr said in a letter to Mr Gopalkrishnan that the committee would help the government in its aims to foster the development of a harmonious community in which cultural diversity was valued and respected.
Among the issues on the committee’s agenda include improving government services for Queenslanders from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, boosting community relations and addressing racism.
Mr Gopalkrishnan said he was delighted to accept the appointment.
"Being a member of the Ministerial Advisory Committee is both an honour and a responsibility,” he said.
“I have always believed that Australia is a stronger and more cohesive nation because of the policies and processes of multiculturalism.
“I hope to provide input into Queensland policy at the highest level to ensure that we continue to build on our strengths of diversity."