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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

ECCV calls for sustained investment in multicultural communities ahead of state election

ECCV calls for sustained investment in multicultural communities ahead of state election

May 5, 2026

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

ECCV calls for expanded and more accessible Humanitarian Program

ECCV calls for expanded and more accessible Humanitarian Program

Apr 13, 2026

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.

Pre-Budget Submission 2026-27

Pre-Budget Submission 2026-27

Mar 4, 2026

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.

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Report: Impacts of the digital divide on older migrants
ECCV’s new research report examines the impact Australia’s increasing reliance on technology is having on older people from migrant backgrounds.
September 2024
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Submission – Energy Retail Code of Practice Review
ECCV recently collaborated with the Victorian Council of Social Service and Uniting Vic.Tas on a submission to the Essential Services Commission.
August 2024
Anti-racism | Blog | Latest | Latest Publications | Publications | Report |
Report: Understanding reporting barriers and support needs for those experiencing racism in Victoria
A research report produced by Victoria University in collaboration with ECCV finds that the majority of racist incidents in Victoria go unreported.
July 2024
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Victorian Budget 2024-25 Analysis
As expected, the 2024-25 State Budget’s primary focus is addressing the debt and deficits arising from the pandemic years.
May 2024
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ECCV makes first Federal Pre-Budget Submission
ECCV has identified new priority areas where the Australian government can make targeted investments to build the resilience of multicultural communities nationwide.
April 2024
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Submission to the Inspector-General of Aged Care
ECCV has made a submission to the Inspector-General of Aged Care, which monitors progress in implementing improvements to the aged care system.
April 2024
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Submission on the Aged Care Act (Exposure Draft)
ECCV has provided feedback on the Australian Government’s new Aged Care Act to ensure the legislation meets the needs of older migrants and refugees.
March 2024
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Pre-Budget Submission 2024-25
ECCV is pleased to present our Pre-Budget Submission for 2024-25.
January 2024
AGM | Blog | Latest | Latest Publications | Publications | Report |
Annual Report 2022-23 launched
ECCV is pleased to share our Annual Report 2022-23, offering an overview of our work over the past year.
December 2023
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Submission to the Multicultural Framework Review
ECCV has made its submission to the Federal Government’s Multicultural Framework Review.
October 2023
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Elder abuse in care relationships: Key learnings from the Recognising and Respecting Carers project
This paper provides an overview of elder abuse in care relationships where the carer and/or care recipient is from a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) background.
September 2023
Emergency Management | Latest | Latest Publications | Publications | Report |
Report – Multicultural Communities Experience of the 2022 Victorian Floods
This report documents the experiences of multicultural communities during the 2022 Victorian floods.
September 2023
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Submission to gambling harm reduction inquiry 2023
ECCV’s submission outlines our research and findings about gambling harm in CALD communities, how it is experienced, and strategies for prevention and reduction.
August 2023
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Submission to the Inquiry into the recognition of unpaid carers
ECCV has made a submission to the Australian Parliament’s Inquiry into the recognition of unpaid carers.
August 2023
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New paper on multicultural mental health
ECCV’s new paper ‘Mental Health in Multicultural Communities – Issues and Solutions’ sheds light on the challenges confronting our multicultural mental health workforce, who are under pressure and at risk of burnout due to excessive workload and demands.
August 2023