Being Australian Social Inclusion Symposium 2017

Being Australian Social Inclusion Symposium 2017

Social Inclusion is a significant issue and plays an important role in the resilience and long-term sustainability of our communities. Join us at AusdayWA’s Being Australian Social Inclusion Symposium 2017 to discuss ideas and initiatives for building Social Inclusion with a series of expert speakers including Nationally renowned Social Commentator and Partner-In-Charge of KPMG Demographics, Bernard Salt. We will address topics such as Australian values and our National Identity; Reconciliation’s role in building social inclusion; How to develop community frameworks for social inclusivity; and The impact of immigration, ageing and technology on active participation in a modern-day Australia.

Host/Emcee: Mr Tim McMillan, Channel 9 News Anchor
Keynote Speaker: Bernard Salt, Head of Demographics, KPMG Australia

Guest Speakers:
Mr Chris Kirby, CEO, National Australia Day Council
Ms Carol Innes, Co-Chair, Reconciliation WA
Mr Aleem Ali, National Manager, Welcoming Cities

Panelists:
The Hon Fred Chaney AO, Founding Chair (retired) Reconciliation Australia
Ms Kelly Clark, Board Director, Youth Affairs Council WA
Mr Mark Teale, CEO, Council for the Ageing WA
Ms Louise Giolitto, CEO, WA Council for Social Services
The Hon Paul Papalia, Minister for Tourism; Racing and Gaming, Small Business, Defence Issues; Citizenship and Multicultural Interests
Mr Bernard Salt, National Partner, KPMG Demographics

The Half Day event includes morning tea and buffet lunch in the Uni Club's Banquet Hall.