Multicultural Engagement

ACT Policing values the wellbeing of every member of the community and wants people of all nationalities to feel safe and secure. We recognise that in some countries, police are greatly feared and those who arrive in Canberra under humanitarian or refugee programs may mistrust police.

We aim to work with the Multicultural community to create positive relationships with police, break down barriers and learn, understand and appreciate the needs of cultural groups in Canberra.

We also work closely with Migrant and Refugee Settlement Services to assist people who are new to Canberra learn about the role of police and the laws in Australia. We also support a number of groups through community events, information sessions and education programs.

The Australian Federal Police and ACT Policing also support and celebrate a diverse workforce. All ACT Policing sworn members are provided with multicultural awareness training to ensure they are equipped to appropriately engage with people from a Multicultural background. 

External agencies offering services

• ACT Office of Multicultural Affairs
• Canberra Multicultural Communities Forum
• Canberra Refugee Support
• Multicultural Youth Services ACT
• Companion House (Assisting Survivors of Torture and Trauma)
• Department of Immigration and Border Protection
• Migrant and Refugee Settlement Services
• Multicultural Womens Advocacy Incorporated
• Multicultural Youth Affairs Network
• CPCYC -  Canberra Police and Community Youth Club
• Theo Notaras Multicultural Centre
• Translation Services through Department of Immigration and Border Protection