Released 24/08/2023
The ACT Multicultural Awards celebrate and recognise the outstanding contributions of individuals and organisations that continue to make Canberra a welcoming and inclusive city.
Tonight the 2023 winners have been announced, they are:
- Individual Champion: Mijica Rose Lus
Rose supports multicultural communities in the ACT with a range of initiatives such as the Aurosokwo project, which encompassed a range of activities from creating care packs, book drives, and medical outreach, to collaborating with local charities and organisations. - Community Organisation Champion: ALO Enlightened Women Inc
ALO has made a significant impact on the lives of hundreds of multicultural community members, especially migrant and refugee women who are marginalised and vulnerable, through their comprehensive range of programs and services. - Arts, Media or Culture: Radio Manpasand
Since its inception in 2004, Radio Manpasand’s dedication to serving the Indian and subcontinental diaspora is evident through its long-standing and impactful presence on the airwaves and beyond. - Outstanding Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion: Dr Lubna Alam
Dr Alam is a co-founder of ALO Enlightened Women Inc., supporting and empowering vulnerable migrant women through the organisation. She is extensively involved in the wider multicultural community, providing support and leadership to foster an inclusive society. - Lifetime Achievement Award: Domenic Mico OAM
Mr Mico is deeply connected with the multicultural and arts communities in the ACT and has been for the last 50 years. As the former Artistic Director of the National Multicultural Festival, he was instrumental in the event’s development. He is also the former Director of the Tuggeranong Arts Centre, and was involved in numerous other cultural and artistic events and programs in the Canberra community.
“I would like to congratulate each of our winners and thank them for their commitment in working towards a vibrant, diverse community, and to realising the benefits of this diversity in real and tangible ways,” said Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Tara Cheyne.
“We were also honoured to have Mr Domenic Mico at the event tonight. The Lifetime Achievement acknowledgement is a testament to Domenic’s dedication to cultural enrichment over the last 50 years.”
Six Highly Commended award recipients were also recognised, the full list of winners and highly commended recipients can be found on the Community Services Directorate website.
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Tara Cheyne, MLA | Media Releases