- Civics and Citizenship promotion and education program launched
- Topics include the Australian Constitution, voting, and government systems
- Delivered by Auspire - Australia Day Council WA and supported by Cook Government through the Office of Multicultural Interests
- Cook Government building safe and inclusive communities
Empowering Western Australians from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds to engage with Australia's democratic system is the focus of an educational program launched as part of WA Harmony Week 2026.
The Civics and Citizenship Recognition and Community Education Program 2026 - 2031 is delivered by Auspire - Australia Day Council WA and supported by the Cook Government through the Office of Multicultural Interests.
Co-designed with the Office of Multicultural Interests and CaLD communities in Western Australia, the comprehensive program includes a 'Australia's Democracy and You' segment.
To be delivered in partnership with the Constitutional Centre of Western Australia and the Western Australian Electoral Commission, this component will unpack how democracy works and encourage active civic participation.
It will cover key aspects such as the Australian Constitution, government systems, elections, and voting, with the aim of encouraging people to be active citizens.
Auspire - Australia Day Council WA's state and national programs, which showcase the achievements of outstanding citizens will also be highlighted.
More information about this State Government initiative is available on the Office of Multicultural Interests' website.
As stated by Multicultural Interests Minister Dr Tony Buti:
"The Civics and Citizenship Recognition and Community Education Program 2026 - 2031 plays a vital role in helping remove barriers for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to actively participate in their community.
"The ability for all Western Australians to exercise their democratic right by sharing their views and having their say on issues affecting them is a core part of being in a community where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
"I am proud the Cook Government is supporting this program through the Office of Multicultural Interests, with the investment reflecting our ongoing commitment to building safe and inclusive communities."
