Multiculturalism: Shane Sali Speaks – Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District

Greater Shepparton Candidate Shane Sali gives a statement on the meaning of multiculturalism and the services required.

Greater Shepparton Council Elections
All candidates were asked to respond to these questions.

Responses in ballot paper order are given herewith without comment.

Shane Sali

What does multiculturalism mean to Shepparton?

As I am from a migrant family I have been told of the challenges my grandparents faced while starting their new life here.

One thing is for certain, we as a family are grateful for the opportunity Shepparton and the region has given us.

What specific services should council provide to support these communities?

Council will need to continue a strong working relationship with the Ethnic council, to keep offering opportunities to new and existing migrants, so we all have a sense of inclusiveness which makes our region a leader in multiculturalism.
Post covid, the continuing of our very successful cultural events play a big part in showcasing our inclusive city.

Source: Candidate’s statements supplied to Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District.

	The Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District acknowledges the Yorta Yorta People of the land which comprises the Goulburn Valley. We pay respect to tribal Elders, past, present and emerging and we celebrate their continuing culture and acknowledge the memory of their ancestors.
	The Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District is a peak body whose mission is to promote and represent the social, cultural and economic well-being of ethnic communities in the Goulburn Valley Region through the provision of quality and innovative settlement, refugee support, community development, and information and advocacy services.