Multicultural communities
The people of Darebin are made up of a rich diversity of religions and faiths. We aim to promote peace and harmony by engaging with community leaders and faith representatives, and holding annual events open to the entire community.
Darebin Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2026–2030
Darebin City Council is dedicated to building a community where everyone can thrive, feel safe, and have a deep sense of belonging. The Darebin Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan aims to strengthen the rights, inclusion and wellbeing of all, by ensuring Darebin’s culturally diverse and migrant communities have equitable opportunities to thrive.
We are proud to launch our new Darebin Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2026–2030. The Plan was unanimously endorsed at the Council Meeting on 24 March 2026. The Plan is part of Council's commitment to human rights, and against discrimination.
The Plan is informed by community consultation and aligns to the Welcoming Cities standards. Council will work in partnership with local organisations and groups to deliver the Plan.
Read the Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2026–2030(PDF, 5MB)
Darebin Interfaith Council
The Darebin Interfaith Council Committee was established in June 2005. It is a collaborative partnership aiming at creating opportunities for dialogue between religious leaders and community members of diverse faith background. It also acts as a source of information and advice to Darebin City Council and the Darebin community on interfaith related matters.
Darebin Council and the Omar bin Al Khattab (Preston) Mosque
Darebin Council and the Omar bin Khattab (Preston) Mosque have committed to working together to build and foster positive community relationships between the Mosque, Council and the broader community in a spirt of respectful co-existence and where all people feel valued, respected and included.
The priority areas of focus are:
- Linking to services: increase awareness of Council and community programs and services to increase access and improve health and wellbeing outcomes.
- Community Relations: Jointly support projects and activities that strengthen respectful and constructive community relations.
- Civic participation: Commit to a broader interfaith and intercultural dialogue to support Council’s communities at risk of exclusion such as youth and Muslim women.
Respect: A Guide for Muslim Faith Leaders and Communities: Download summary(PDF, 421KB) or Download full document(PDF, 7MB)
This resource is a guide for Muslim faith leaders and communities to take action to prevent violence against women and promote equal and respectful relationships. Violence against women and girls is now recognised as one of the leading public health and human rights issues of our time. Everybody has a role to play in creating a safe and respectful community.
More information
Community Development Officer – Interfaith and Multicultural
Ph: 03 8470 8312