Cultural Diversity Week
Victoria's 10th Cultural Diversity Week will run from 17 to 25 March 2012. The Gala Dinner takes place on 17 March; the Viva Victoria festival is on 25 March at Federation Square. Cultural Diversity Week is an opportunity for Victorians to come together to share aspects of their culture, faith and language and celebrate the benefits multiculturalism brings to our State. All Victorians are encouraged to participate in the week’s events. In particular, Victorian school students, ethnic and faith community groups, local councils, multicultural service providers and the media. Promotional kits for communities and schools hosting their own events during the week are available to order from this website.
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This year's Viva Victoria festival will take place on 25 March at Federation Square. Make sure you join in the celebrations for Victoria's 10th Cultural Diversity Week! Come along to Viva Victoria enjoy the vibrant array of music, dance, food, arts and crafts from the many diverse cultures we are lucky to have here in Victoria.
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How to access the media
If your event is open to the public promoting it in the local media and your community is a vital step in ensuring as many people as possible have access to your activities. We have prepared a simple guide to help you gain maximum exposure. Don't forget to get started early - there are hundreds of events taking place across Victoria during the Week and yours is just one of them! Find out how to promote your event and gain media coverage.
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