Victorian Consolidated Legislation

Multicultural Victoria Act 2004 - SECT 8

Functions of the Commission

8. Functions of the Commission

The functions of the Commission are-

   (a)  to ensure that the objectives of the Commission are met to the maximum
        extent that is practicable; and



   (b)  to investigate, report and make recommendations to the Minister on any
        aspect of multicultural affairs referred to it by the Minister; and

   (c)  to advise the Minister on factors inhibiting the development of
        harmonious community relations and on barriers to the participation of
        Victoria's culturally and linguistically diverse communities in the
        social, cultural, economic and political life of Victoria; and

   (d)  to consult with relevant bodies and people to determine the needs of
        Victoria's culturally and linguistically diverse communities,
        including needs in relation to matters covered by any report prepared
        by the Minister under section 21; and

   (e)  to maintain and further develop harmonious community relations between
        all relevant groups in the context of Victoria's culturally and
        linguistically diverse society; and

   (f)  to facilitate community input with respect to meeting the objectives
        of the Commission; and

   (g)  to provide information and advice in the area of multicultural affairs
        to Government Departments and other relevant bodies as necessary.