Australia is multicultural
Multiculturalism is more than Australia’s history. It is our future.
Multiculturalism is central to who we are, how we prosper and how the world sees us. More than half of Australians are first- or second-generation migrants. Across generations, people from different cultures have built businesses, strengthened communities, raised families and helped shape modern Australia.
Australia is multicultural
There are almost 28 million of us, each with a story worth hearing. Together, these stories shape who we are as Australians and remind us that everyone has an equal place in our shared future. This campaign invites us to listen with curiosity, find common ground and strengthen belonging.
What I love about Australia is that people from all over the world can build a life together here. We come from different cultures, but we share the same values.
Azhar
Pull up a chair
The camp chair in the video is a simple symbol of making room for one another. It reminds us to be curious, listen openly and find connection and common ground across difference.
Share your story and invite someone else to share theirs. Ask what Australia means to them, what has shaped them and what they hope for our future.
That’s how we build common ground and belonging. One conversation at a time.
“After being forced to flee Ukraine, I found a country where diversity is celebrated and every culture, story and tradition adds something valuable to our shared future. In Australia, I get invited to four different Nowruz celebrations by different communities; it’s wonderful.”
– AnastasiaTake part
Share your story
Post a story, photo or short video about what Australia means to you using #AustraliaIsMulticultural and tag SSI on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn, or share the campaign video with your networks.
You can also start closer to home: ask someone about their story and what Australia means to them, then take the time to listen.
Invite others in
Invite your staff, members and networks to take part and share the campaign film and share their experience or listen to someone else’s story and find common ground, one conversation at a time.
Sign up for updates and opportunities to contribute.
Advocate for national action
Add your organisation’s name to our joint call for a National Migration Summit and support a constructive, long-term conversation about Australia’s future.
“I was born and raised in Iraq, but Australia adopted me. As a young refugee, I never felt like I had to fit in because everyone here brings a different story. It gave me opportunities I never imagined and a place where I truly belong.”
– MarwaHelp shape what comes next
This campaign will grow through the stories, ideas and experiences people bring to it. Individuals, community groups, businesses and organisations are all invited to help shape what comes next.
Add your contact details to receive updates and invitations to contribute. Your voice matters.
Our stories are different. Our future is shared.
“Australia gave me the freedom to grow, and the chance to learn from people and cultures from all over the world.”
– Suhail
Beyond politics: a National Migration Summit
An alliance of business and civil society organisations is calling on the Prime Minister to convene a National Migration Summit this year to move the migration debate beyond short-term politics towards a long-term plan for Australia’s future.
Migration is too important for reactive policymaking or political bidding wars. Australia needs an open, constructive forum that brings together all levels of government, business, unions, communities, settlement organisations and experts.
The summit would confront legitimate concerns about housing, infrastructure, public services and cost of living, while developing a transparent, evidence-based roadmap for migration. Fixing this starts with a national conversation.
Join the call for action. Read the joint statement and add your organisation’s name to the growing call for a National Migration Summit.