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The Australian arts appears to be a diverse and inclusive environment, however people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds often face barriers to participation.
These barriers, such as systemic discrimination; tokenism, misrepresentation and a lack of CALD decision-makers, are outlined in a report commissioned by Diversity Arts Australia (DARTS) Voice, Agency and Integrity A report on Beyond Tick Boxes: A symposium on cultural diversity in the creative sector, released last month.