About the Ministerial advisory councils and committees
The Queensland Government is committed to responding to the needs of communities and has established Ministerial advisory councils and committees to provide community input into the development of policies, programs and services for key community sectors.
Ministerial advisory councils and committees draw on the skills and expertise of community members who have relevant interests and experience. Members are selected by a panel of experts based on their knowledge and experience within the sector and their networks within the community.
Ministerial advisory councils and committees are formally appointed by either the Queensland Cabinet or the relevant Minister. The following Ministerial advisory councils and committees have been established to provide their Minister with access to a wide range of perspectives on key issues:
- Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Council
- Multicultural Community Ministerial Advisory Committee
Each council and committee provides a forum for the exchange of information and views between members and the Queensland Government in order to assist with the development of policies, programs and services affecting Queenslanders. The councils and committees also enable local issues to be better understood and addressed, thereby helping to improve the Queensland Government’s capacity to respond effectively to regional issues.
The councils and committees also assist the department to deliver on its vision by contributing to the department's strategic objectives of:
- improving opportunities for young people to participate in the community and develop their leadership skills
- promoting positive attitudes towards seniors
- continuing to lead initiatives aimed at reducing the levels of domestic and family violence within Queensland
- fostering improved community relations and acceptance of Queenslanders from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- continuing to lead policy advice that addresses the gap in life outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Last reviewed: 30 September 2009