CALD Professionals and Community Incorporated (CPC Inc.)
CALD Professionals and Community Incorporated (CPC Inc.) is dedicated to engaging highly skilled professionals from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and leveraging their expertise to enhance the social, economic, and cultural well-being of CALD communities. Through independent journalism, community media, employment support, advocacy, and targeted educational initiatives, we empower individuals, build community capacity, and foster inclusion and social cohesion across Australia.
Corporate Overview
- Entity Name: CALD Professionals and Community Incorporated (Abbreviated as CPC Inc.)
- Legal Status: An incorporated association registered under the Associations Incorporation Act 1985 (SA) (South Australia).
- Registered Office: South Australia.
- Core Purpose: To engage highly skilled professionals from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, leveraging their expertise to enrich the social, economic, and cultural fabric of communities across Australia.
Vision & Mission Statement
- Vision: To foster a fully inclusive, cohesive, and empowered society where CALD professionals and community members have equitable access to opportunities, leadership roles, and platforms for expression.
- Mission: To empower individuals and strengthen community capacity through professional advocacy, career development, community education, and independent media operations.
Core Objectives
- Promoting Social Inclusion: Delivering cultural and educational settlement programs that support community wellbeing.
- Advancing Economic Participation: Providing structured career coaching, employment readiness pathways, and professional development networks.
- Fostering Civic Engagement: Building robust cross-sector partnerships with government bodies, corporate entities, and community stakeholders.
- Media & Public Discourse: Operating and governing professional multicultural media initiatives—such as Amader Kotha Australia (আমাদের কথা অস্ট্রেলিয়া- Our Voice Australia)—to champion community journalism, cultural preservation, and multilingual communication.
Strategic Objectives
- Promote Social Inclusion & Settlement: Deliver cultural, community, and educational programs that assist individuals and families in settling smoothly and thriving in Australian society.
- Workforce Participation & Career Pathways: Provide career guidance, job-readiness coaching, and professional development to bridge employment gaps for CALD professionals.
- Community Media & Journalism: Maintain an official community media house and publications to celebrate diversity, provide a strong voice for CALD communities, and publish multilingual content.
- Advocacy & Partnerships: Build strong collaborations with government agencies, industry partners, training organizations, and community groups to promote equity and equal access to opportunities.
Governance & Operations
- Legal Status: Incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act 1985 (SA) in South Australia.
- Governance Model: Governed by an elected Board of Management (Committee of Management) responsible for strategic direction, legal accountability, and financial stewardship.
- Non-Profit Commitment: All income, assets, and property are applied strictly toward promoting the organization’s mission and objects for community benefit.
Legal name: CALD Professionals and Community Incorporated
Incorporation Number (IRN): A45975
ABN: 97 951 900 106
Email: CPCInc@outlook.com.au