Cultural Diversity Network Incorporated
Cultural Diversity Network Incorporated (CDNI) is an Australian nonprofit organisation dedicated to supporting migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), it operates with a focus on fostering social inclusion, cultural diversity, and equitable access to services for vulnerable migrant communities.

Mission and vision

CDNI's vision centers on creating "an Australian society that is equal, just and inclusive, where all people are treated with respect and dignity." Its purpose is to help newly arrived migrants achieve independence through employment, education, and social integration while addressing systemic barriers related to cultural disparities.

Key programs

Settlement support

The organisation provides culturally specific assistance to individuals facing poverty, homelessness, or marginalisation. Services include employment pathway facilitation, mental health support, life skills development, and advocacy for LGBTQI+ migrants.

Support for women

CDNI operates programs addressing domestic violence among migrant and refugee women, offering safety planning, legal rights education, and financial literacy training.

Elderly care initiatives

Specialized programs assist older migrants with aged care navigation, dementia support, and health services, while actively combating elder abuse through community education.

Approach

CDNI emphasizes culturally tailored frameworks to address systemic inequities, focusing on empowerment through social connection and rights-based advocacy. Its work aligns with principles of reconciliation and cross-cultural tolerance, as noted in ACNC records.

Recognition

The organisation has received recognition for initiatives such as its Digital Literacy Program, which assists seniors in maintaining familial and social connections. Testimonials highlight its effectiveness in improving participants' vocational skills and community engagement.

CDNI maintains political independence and operates as a registered charity under ABN 75216602591RR0001.

[1] https://cdni.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/d0dac77e-7492-ea11-a811-000d3ad1ce4e [3] https://cdni.org.au/about/ [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/d0dac77e-7492-ea11-a811-000d3ad1ce4e/history [5] https://pridefoundation.org.au/smallgrantrecipients/cultural-diversity-network-inc/