Submission to Access and Equity Inquiry Panel: Inquiry into Australia’s access and equity strategy and framework

This submission by the Multicultural Youth Advocacy Network Australia (MYAN) to the Access and Equity Inquiry. It highlights the challenges faced by young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds in accessing services in Australia, emphasising the need for a robust Access and Equity framework. MYAN advocates for targeted policy and service delivery, addressing barriers such as language, cultural dislocation, and discrimination. The submission calls for increased accountability, culturally competent services, and the active involvement of young people in policy development. Recommendations focus on improving access and equity in government services, tailored to youth-specific needs.