This is an acronym used to refer to culturally and linguistically diverse communities. It describes communities with diverse languages, ethnic backgrounds, nationalities, traditions, societal structures and religions. In Australia, the term is often used to describe communities whose members are migrants or speak a language other than English as their first language, which can sometimes become a barrier when health and legal information is not accessible. It is also noted that many English speakers who identify with a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds, can face cultural barriers to accessible information and services.