Minister’s Advisory Council on Multicultural Affairs

The Minister’s Advisory Council on Multicultural Affairs (MACMA) is a non-statutory advisory group.

It was established by the Minister for Multicultural Affairs and consists of members from:

These members participate on a voluntary basis and are not remunerated.

What MACMA does

The MACMA:

provides advice on matters facing multicultural communities in the NT
collaborates with government to improve policy and service delivery outcomes
explores and discusses:
- issues that are impacting the social, economic, and civic life of multicultural Territorians
- how community needs can be met by service providers, so multicultural communities can take part in all aspects of life in the NT
directs specific tasks to relevant working groups to address issues such as employment, community safety, and population growth
meets at least twice a year.

Community members are selected by the Minister for Multicultural Affairs:

for their skills, experience and knowledge of issues in multicultural communities
to reflect a range of:
- cultural and settlement backgrounds
- professional expertise
- age, gender and geographic location.

They are usually appointed for a term of 2 to 3 years, with the possibility of re-appointment for a subsequent term.

Organisations are selected for their role in representing or providing services to multicultural communities.

They are invited by the Minister for Multicultural Affairs to nominate a representative.

Expressions of interest are now open for community members to join MACMA.

To become a member, fill in and submit the online expression of interest form by Wednesday 30 April.

Regional participation is encouraged. The cost of travel, accommodation, and allowances may be supported.

For more information, contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs by calling 08 8999 3894 or emailing dpsc.multiculturalaffairs@nt.gov.au.

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