Summary
Brochure entitled: 'The Hijab', one of ten publications contained in a blue cloth bag with a logo of Victoria and 'Victorian Mosque Open Day' embossed on the front.
These bags were distributed at mosques around Victoria to visitors as part of Victorian Mosque Open Day on 17 March 2019. It was part of the broader State Governemnt Cultural Diversity Week activities. This bag was collected by the curator during a visit to the IISCA Brunswick Islamic Centre at 31 Edward Street Brunswick.
Significance
Statement of Historical Significance:
This material provides an important material documentation of the Victorian Government's agenda to promote diversity, cultural understandings and social cohesion.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
Cultural Diversity, Migration & Cultural Diversity, Politics & Society, Public Life & Institutions
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Organiser of Event
State Government of Victoria, Victoria, Australia, 17 mar 2019
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Organisation Named
Islamic Council of Victoria, Victoria, Australia, 17 Mar 2019
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Type of item
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Keywords
Religions: Islam, Muslim Communities, Muslims in Australia, Governments, Racism, Celebrations
