Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2024L01367:clause:1_690
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2024L01367
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 690
Character Range: 2134–3712

690  Modernised Multicultural Grants Program                       To support multicultural Australia and multicultural communities by funding the following:
                                                                   (a) grassroots multicultural organisations to engage in capacity building activities, including festivals, celebrations, small amenity upgrades and community programs;
                                                                   (b) peak bodies to engage in activities directed to strengthening Australia's multicultural capacity through:
                                                                   (i) promoting inclusive and respectful communities; and
                                                                   (ii) promoting the value of immigration, multiculturalism and Australian citizenship; and
                                                                   (iii) strengthening understanding of Australian values and civic responsibilities.
                                                                   This objective has the effect it would have if it were limited to measures:
                                                                   (a) to give effect to Australia's obligations under the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, particularly Articles 2 and 7; or
                                                                   (b) that are peculiarly adapted to the government of a nation and cannot otherwise be carried on for the benefit of the nation.