Melbourne [Australia], Cricket Australia on Wednesday named former Indian Pakistan stars Wasim Akram and Ravi Shastri among the 54 representatives of its 'Multicultural Ambassador Programme'. A statement from the board said, "Cricket Australia is proud to launch its Multicultural Ambassador Program, naming 54 people with diverse backgrounds and experience across government, business, sport, media and community as the inaugural representatives " A multicultural action plan, the Ambassador Program brings together respected leaders from a variety of sectors who advocate for inclusivity and drive positive change within sport and the wider community. The list of ambassadors includes a number of past and present players, as well as industry and community leaders, who will advocate for diversity. And supporting the goals outlined in the Multicultural Action Plan, the inaugural ambassadors include Usman Khawaja, Mel Jones, Wasim Akram, Ravi Shastri, Lisa Sthalekar, Kishwa Choudhary, Alana King, Peter Varghese, Swati Dave and Fawad Ahmed.Business, Community, Media, Cricket will help drive the five focus areas of Australian Cricket's Multicultural Action Plan: Participation, High Performance, People Representation, Communication and Engagement and Event and Experience with ambassadors focusing on specific areas for their expertise. will inspire leadership, insight and support to foster broader connectivity across the Australian cricket landscape Cricket Australia CEO, Nick Hockley, said: “We are thrilled to welcome such a dynamic and diverse group as multicultural ambassadors. Their collective The leadership, expertise and passion will be instrumental in driving meaningful change and fostering a more inclusive cricket community."The Multicultural Ambassador Program represents Cricket Australia's unwavering commitment to creating a game that reflects contemporary Australian society and is inclusive of all backgrounds. Embraces people of. Through collaboration and collective action, the program aims to ensure that cricket remains a welcoming, inclusive sport for all."
Australian player Usman Khawaja said, "Our objectives are clear: to create more opportunities for multicultural members of the community to engage with cricket, breaking down barriers, building trust and driving progress."As one of Cricket Australia's multicultural ambassadors, I see the game as a bridge that connects communities and welcomes all promoting understanding, respect and unity. As a game we ensure The next step we need to take is to ensure we have a more equitable representation of the community overall by creating opportunities, celebrating our shared love of the game and inspiring members of all backgrounds to get involved, East Australian Player and cricket commentator, Lisa Sthalekar said: “It is an incredible honor to be the Cricket Australia Multicultural Ambassador. It's a role that allows me to celebrate and promote the diversity that makes our sport vibrant and inclusive. Cricket has the power to unite people from different backgrounds, and I am committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome and inspired to be part of the game. Attached for an initial two-year term, the diverse lineup of Ambassadors reflects a broad spectrum of cultural backgrounds, including representatives of the Indian, Sri Lankan, Pakistani, Indigenous Australian, Bangladeshi, Nepali, Afghani communities.Ambassadors include distinguished high-profile celebrities, influential business leaders and community champions. This diverse structure ensures a multi-pronged approach to addressing the challenges and opportunities related to diversity and inclusion in cricket and society at all levels.
Australian player Usman Khawaja said, "Our objectives are clear: to create more opportunities for multicultural members of the community to engage with cricket, breaking down barriers, building trust and driving progress."As one of Cricket Australia's multicultural ambassadors, I see the game as a bridge that connects communities and welcomes all promoting understanding, respect and unity. As a game we ensure The next step we need to take is to ensure we have a more equitable representation of the community overall by creating opportunities, celebrating our shared love of the game and inspiring members of all backgrounds to get involved, East Australian Player and cricket commentator, Lisa Sthalekar said: “It is an incredible honor to be the Cricket Australia Multicultural Ambassador. It's a role that allows me to celebrate and promote the diversity that makes our sport vibrant and inclusive. Cricket has the power to unite people from different backgrounds, and I am committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome and inspired to be part of the game. Attached for an initial two-year term, the diverse lineup of Ambassadors reflects a broad spectrum of cultural backgrounds, including representatives of the Indian, Sri Lankan, Pakistani, Indigenous Australian, Bangladeshi, Nepali, Afghani communities.Ambassadors include distinguished high-profile celebrities, influential business leaders and community champions. This diverse structure ensures a multi-pronged approach to addressing the challenges and opportunities related to diversity and inclusion in cricket and society at all levels.
