Representation Matters: Culture & Identity

In this not-to-be-missed event, dive into the powerful stories that transformed NSW Parliament’s Upper House across recent decades to reflect the changing cultural diversity of the community it represents.

A panel of current and former Legislative Council parliamentarians will share their fascinating experiences and insights as members from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. Hear about the landmark Upper House inquiries that helped shape the nation’s first multicultural policy, improve justice outcomes for communities and address racism.

Drawing on lessons from the past, the seminar promises an inspiring, forward-looking conversation that explores opportunities for building even stronger, inclusive democratic participation from the state’s vibrant CALD communities.

The seminar is the third instalment of the Bicentenary Seminar Series as part of a suite of events marking the 200th anniversary of the Legislative Council – Australia’s very first legislature.

Panellists:

• The Hon Ben Franklin MLC, President of the Legislative Council (moderator)

• The Hon Daniel Mookhey MLC, Treasurer

• The Hon Natalie Ward MLC, Deputy Opposition Leader, Shadow Minister for Transport and Roads, Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Shadow Minister for the Illawarra and South Coast, and former Minister for Multicultural Affairs

• The Hon Bob Nanva MLC, current member of the Legislative Council

• The Hon John Ajaka, former President of the Legislative Council

• The Hon Dr Helen Sham-Ho, former member of the Legislative Council

When: Friday 9 August, from 6pm to 7:30pm (registrations open at 5:30pm)

Where: Jubilee Room, NSW Parliament, 6 Macquarie St, Sydney

Tickets: $20 (includes a drink, canapé and gift bag)