Multicultural Queensland Awards

Celebrating leaders aiding refugees and migrants in Queensland

At this year’s Multicultural Queensland Awards, two champions of diversity and inclusion were recognised for their outstanding work. Lolla Ingadottir, a Team Leader in the State Government, helps connect migrants and refugees with vital community services across all levels of government. Meanwhile, national construction and engineering firm John Holland Group has created paid internship opportunities …

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Ben Maiyo: outstanding contribution by a new Queenslander

Ben Maiyo came to Australia two years ago and saw the support needs for Australians with a multiethnic background. Working at the Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland, he also now volunteers at the Red Cross and has translated information in Kiswahili during Cyclone Alfred. He won the Outstanding Contribution by a New Queenslander at the …

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