serving the faith communities of the Goulburn Valley
The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission in concert with Victoria Police will hold a forum "Right to Respond" at GOTAFE, Fryers St, Shepparton on Tuesday December 15 commencing 10:30 am.
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Victorian Police Chief Commissioner Graham Ashton says it is time for Victorians of all faiths to stand together, and focus on the common bonds and values which unite us, not the points of difference on which ignorance can prosper and fuel division. Tolerance and multiculturalism are values which should be respected by all elements in our community, Commissioner Ashton writes.
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Many community groups in Greater Shepparton have come together to examine the proposed changes to the Racial Discrimination Act, and to respond to these changes.
Faith Groups and officers of the Shepparton Interfaith Network have repeatedly participated in anti-racism enquires and reports and support all measures to facilitate harmonious relations and a lived cultural diversity, side by side in Greater Shepparton, be it in orchards, in the cannery, be it on the farms, in the industries, in our retail shopping areas. Greater Shepparton has a strong track record in promoting cultural diversity and harmony.
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The National Anti-Racism Strategy held a public consultation in Shepparton, where members of the Shepparton Interfaith Network participated and made contributions.
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