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Welcome to our Policy Library. Here you will find a collection of our reports, submissions and position papers across key areas, including anti-racism, aged care, disability, health, and employment. Our publications are an important part of our policy and advocacy work to improve outcomes for Victoria’s migrant and refugee communities.

Latest Publications & Submissions

State Election 2026: multicultural voters matter

State Election 2026: multicultural voters matter

Aug 24, 2026

The Ethnic Communities’ Council of Victoria has released its 2026 State Election Platform, highlighting key priorities for the next Victorian Government, ahead of November’s State Election.

New premier and multicultural reforms for Victoria

New premier and multicultural reforms for Victoria

Jul 28, 2026

Leadership change and new multicultural legislation signal an important period for Victoria’s multicultural communities and public institutions.

ECCV response to Federal Budget 2026

ECCV response to Federal Budget 2026

May 13, 2026

Budget 2026-27: Peak body welcomes targeted funding while urging more support for multicultural Victorians

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State Election 2026: multicultural voters matter
The Ethnic Communities’ Council of Victoria has released its 2026 State Election Platform, highlighting key priorities for the next Victorian Government, ahead of November’s State Election.
August 2026
Blog | Latest | Latest Publications | Media Release | Publications | Report | Submission |
ECCV response to Federal Budget 2026
Budget 2026-27: Peak body welcomes targeted funding while urging more support for multicultural Victorians
May 2026
Blog | Latest | Latest Publications | Media Release | Publications | Report | Submission |
ECCV calls for sustained investment in multicultural communities ahead of state election
Budget 2026-27: Peak body welcomes targeted funding while urging more support for multicultural Victorians
May 2026
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ECCV calls for expanded and more accessible Humanitarian Program
ECCV is calling for Australia’s Humanitarian Program to be progressively increased to 27,000 places by 2029-30, alongside reforms to ensure the program is fairer, more accessible and better reflects current global need.
April 2026
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Pre-Budget Submission 2026-27
ECCV’s 2026–27 Victorian Pre-Budget Submission outlines targeted spending recommendations in priority areas to support Victoria’s multicultural communities to prosper and thrive amid ongoing economic and social uncertainty.
March 2026
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Inquiry into the value of skilled migration to Australia: ECCV Submission
ECCV’s submission sets out how skilled migration is essential to Australia’s long-term prosperity, making a critical contribution to key sectors including healthcare, aged care, construction, education, and technology.
February 2026
Blog | Golden Years | Latest | Media Release | Policy Paper | Publications | Submission |
Submission on the Transition of CHSP to Support at Home
ECCV calls for ensuring consistent, culturally appropriate care throughout and beyond the CHSP transition.
February 2026
AGM | Annual Report | Blog | Latest | Latest Publications | Publications | Report |
Annual Report 2024-25 launched
ECCV is pleased to share our Annual Report 2024-25, offering an overview of our work over the past year.
November 2025
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Submission on 2025-26 Humanitarian Program
ECCV is calling for Australia’s Humanitarian Program to be progressively increased to 27,000 places by 2028-29. This would speak to our best traditions as a welcoming multicultural nation.
August 2025
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Report: Building Our Bicultural Workforce
ECCV’s new report examines the role bicultural workers play in Victoria, and the value they bring to the organisations that employ them and the communities they serve.
June 2025
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Submission to the Inquiry into the supply of homes in regional Victoria
ECCV makes recommendations to ensure that people from migrant and refugee backgrounds in regional Victoria are better able to access safe, secure and affordable housing.
April 2025
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Submission to the National Plan to End the Abuse of Older People 2024-34
Ageism and the under-valuing of older people was identified as a key factor behind the abuse and mistreatment of older people.
February 2025
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Pre-Budget Submission 2025-26
ECCV’s Pre-Budget Submission 2025-26 makes recommendations across 16 key impact areas, including anti-racism, disability advocacy and positive ageing.
January 2025
Blog | Disability | Latest | Latest Publications | Publications | Submission |
Submission on Foundational Supports
ECCV made a submission to the Australian Department of Social Services to inform the design of the new Foundational Supports.
December 2024
AGM | Blog | Latest | Latest Publications | Publications | Report |
Annual Report 2023-24 launched
ECCV is pleased to share our Annual Report 2023-24, offering an overview of our work over the past year.
December 2024