Giridharan Sivaraman commences as Race Discrimination Commissioner

Summary:

Giridharan Sivaraman has commenced as Australia's new Race Discrimination Commissioner, with a focus on implementing a National Anti-Racism Framework to guide efforts to combat racism. Commissioner Sivaraman emphasizes the need for a united approach to anti-racism and a national, coordinated effort to address systemic racial discrimination. He aims to build on the groundwork for a National Anti-Racism Strategy, engage with communities, and promote the equal rights of marginalized groups. Prior to his appointment, Commissioner Sivaraman was a Principal Lawyer and advocate for multiculturalism.