FECCA Calls for Respect Ahead of 31 August Rallies
The Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia (FECCA) is calling for calm, unity, and respect in the lead-up to the “March for Australia” rallies planned for 31 August. FECCA strongly rejects any attempt to scapegoat or blame migrants for Australia’s economic or social challenges.
Except for First Nations peoples, every Australian has a migrant heritage. Singling out new arrivals or culturally diverse communities ignores our shared history and undermines the values that bind us together.
FECCA Chair Peter Doukas OAM emphasised that public debate must be grounded in respect.
“We can hold different views on policy, but we must never allow those debates to turn into attacks on people’s identity or heritage. Our diversity is a strength, and it must be protected. We urge leaders and communities to reject any messages that promote racism or exclusion.”
FECCA calls on organisers, participants, and political figures to ensure their actions and words promote safety, respect, and social cohesion. Australia is strongest when its people stand together, not when they are driven apart.
