ECCQ - Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland

Diversity and Inclusion Forum Cairns 2026

The Diversity and Inclusion Forum Cairns 2026 will bring together aged care providers and professionals from Cairns and surrounding areas to explore practical strategies for attracting, engaging, supporting and retaining a multicultural workforce.

Last updated: 28 September 2026
  • 04 NovWednesday 4 November 2026
    8:00 am – 12:30 pm (Australia/Sydney)
  • Cairns Regional Council 119-145 Spence St, Portsmith 4870, Cairns, QLD
  • Free
  • ECCQ
  • Register here

With regional aged care services facing growing workforce challenges and an increasing need to attract skilled workers from overseas, the Forum will provide practical insights, strategies and best practice for building culturally responsive diverse workplaces.

Featuring expert speakers, the event will explore why cultural responsiveness matters, how it can strengthen workforce engagement and retention, and what providers can do to better support multicultural workers.

The Forum will also create opportunities for networking, knowledge-sharing and collaboration across the regional aged care sector.

This event is organised by ECCQ Multicultural Partners program in collaboration with Ageing Australia.

Morning tea will be provided.