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Presented by Oscar Trujillo

Cultural Diversity…Always accepted?

Australia is one of the best places in the world to live while you learn. The

standard of living is amongst the highest in the world, yet costs remain

competitive. On your breaks from study, you will have a wide choice of activities to enrich your experience - from cultural festivals, concerts and museums, to major sporting events.

Australia has a unique history that has shaped the diversity of its peoples, their cultures and lifestyles today. Three major contributors to Australia's demographic make up are

a diverse Indigenous population,

a British colonial past and

extensive immigration

Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has expressed regret for the attacks and declared that the perpetrators will be brought to justice

Indian government declared that it would formulate a

policy to deal with racial discrimination against

Indians abroad.

In 2006 India was second only to China as the largest

source of students in Australia (97,000)

The Federation of Indian Students in Australia claimed the attacks were motivated out of racism and were not being sufficiently addressed by the Australian government

In 2009 there were several reports of violent attacks and robberies on Indian students in Australia, particularly Melbourne

Racism is the belief that race is the primary determinant of human traits and capacities and that racial differences produce an inherent superiority of a particular race. In the case of institutional racism, certain racial groups may be denied rights or benefits, or get preferential treatment.

Four steps to combat racism and related intolerance:An "integral education that includes ethical and spiritual values" that "favour the empowerment" of vulnerable groups.The need for a "new examination aimed at making the various approaches more incisive and efficient."The universal ratification of major instruments against racism and discrimination. Fair national legislation that explicitly condemns all forms of racism and discrimination and enables all citizens to participate publicly in the life of their country on the basis of equality in both duties and rights."

"Without a Change of Heart, Laws Are Not Effective"

Thank’shttp://studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/http://www.racismnoway.com.au/library/cultural/http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2009_attacks_on_Indians_in_Australiahttp://www.zenit.org/article-25686?l=english