Inquiry into the value of skilled migration to Australia - Submission

FECCA, AMWA and AMHC welcome the opportunity to contribute to the Joint Standing Committee on Migration’s Inquiry into the value of skilled migration to Australia.

Skilled migration is central to Australia’s economic resilience, service delivery and long-term prosperity, yet systemic barriers continue to limit skills recognition, workforce participation and retention—particularly for migrants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Drawing on community-grounded evidence and policy analysis, this submission highlights the need for integrated, system-wide reform and affirms FECCA’s readiness to partner with government and stakeholders to unlock under-utilised talent and strengthen Australia’s skilled migration system.