Tag: Culture and Religion

It’s time for real action against racism

DCA joined 30 other high profile community organisations asking the Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition to work together to tackle racism.

National Carer Strategy

Read DCA’s comment on a discussion paper about the National Carer Strategy released by the Department of Social Services earlier this year.

More major organisations commit to breaking barriers for CARM Women

Woolworths and Deloitte are among the latest line-up of prominent organisations to join DCA’s groundbreaking RISE Project.

Why businesses are a refuge for asylum seekers and refugees

As we stop and reflect this World Refugee Day it is important to consider the role of the corporate sector in creating inclusive opportunities for welcoming and settling refugees. 

Why we use the term ‘marginalised’

Sheetal Deo, Senior Project Manager of the RISE Project at DCA, shares insights on centring voice and why we use the term ‘marginalised’ in this thought-provoking blog.

Is it always polite to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’?

Is it always polite to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’? Depending on your cultural background, the answer to this question could be vastly different.

Australian Public Service CALD Employment Strategy

DCA’s submission in response to Consultation Paper: Australian Public Service Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Employment Strategy.

Skilled Migration Assessing Authorities

DCA has provided a submission on the review of the skills assessment process for workers seeking entry into Australia.

DCA Response to Department of Social Services Issues Paper

DCA provided a submission to the Department of Social Services to support a strong and diverse community sector, including funding for organisations that support specific disadvantaged and marginalised communities.

Arup & UTS join RISE project pilot

Arup and UTS are two of the organisations participating in the pilot of the RISE project with the aim to support culturally and racially marginalised women to reach leadership positions.