MYAN Language Matters podcast features intergenerational conversations that focus on the role of language on shaping how we see the world and our sense of belonging within it. The conversations aim to unpack buzzwords or terms that have become part of our vernacular, but which meanings have been lost, usurped, misunderstood or overused. The podcast highlights the insights that tie directly to the diverse experiences of living in multicultural Australia.
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MYAN Language Matters podcast features intergenerational conversations that focus on the role of language on shaping how we see the world and our sense of belonging within it. The conversations aim to unpack buzzwords or terms that have become part of our vernacular, but which meanings have been lost, usurped, misunderstood or overused. The podcast highlights the insights that tie directly to the diverse experiences of living in multicultural Australia.
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May 31, 2026
Language Matters Episode 2: Belonging
<p>Welcome to episode 2 of the MYAN Language Matters Podcast. In this episode, MYAN’s Community Development Officer Kate Yeung chats with Kwame Selormey and Kamal Chohan from Melaleuca Australia, unpacking the term ‘belonging’ and what it means in for multicultural young people in Australia. They explore the perspectives of belonging, shared values and the role of respect in forming a sense of belonging.</p><p>The MYAN Language Matters podcast features intergenerational conversations that focus on the role of language in shaping how we see the world and our sense of belonging in it. The conversations aim to unpack buzzwords or terms that have become part of our vernacular, but which meanings have been lost, usurped, misunderstood or overused, and highlight the insights that tie directly to the diverse experiences of living in multicultural Australia. <a href="https://myan.org.au/our-work/language-matter/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Find out more about Language Matters here.</a> </p><p>Do you have an opinion or story about how language and words have shaped your sense of inclusion and belonging? <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=dSJPRy_7Jkuldg19leqIrCwur7C-FNBDj3rthWFwxtNUQ1JFUTMyQUdRUUZXQ0tHWUo2MjhLRjlVNS4u&route=shorturl" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Let us know!</a> </p><p>About our guests: </p><p><strong>Kwame Selormey </strong></p><p>Kwame Selormey is a West African–born humanitarian and systems leader living on Larrakia Country in Australia’s Northern Territory. With more than 25 years’ experience across Australia and Africa, he has led transformational work advancing refugee and migrant inclusion, multicultural participation, and systemic reform across settlement, health, justice, family services, mental health, disability, employment, and community sectors. </p><p>As CEO of Melaleuca Australia, Kwame has helped shape national and Territory responses to humanitarian settlement and multicultural inclusion, championing approaches grounded in dignity, belonging, participation, and social cohesion. He serves across national boards, ministerial councils, and strategic bodies, and contributes internationally through the International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims (IRCT) based in Denmark. He is also the Convener and Chair of the NT Human Rights Awards. </p><p>Kwame was recognised as an NT Australian of the Year nominee for his contribution to humanitarian leadership and community impact. </p><p><strong>Kamal Chohan </strong></p><p>Kamal is a Business Support Officer at Melaleuca, helping ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of Multicultural Youth Northern Territory (MyNT). He supports administration, events and coordination tasks, helping across teams to keep processes organised and efficient. Previously, he worked with Charles Darwin University as an Events Officer. </p><p> Passionate about creating positive and meaningful impact, Kamal is driven by a desire to make Darwin a better place for people, support those in need and contribute to a stronger, more connected community. He is also passionate about sports, with badminton, table tennis, cricket, and football being both therapeutic and a source of happiness for him. Kamal believes every person is unique and values the opportunity to learn from everyone he meets. </p><p>He currently serves as Chairman of the Multicultural Youth Council NT and has been actively volunteering with Kindness Shake for the past two years. Kamal aspires to one day become a CEO or Chair of a major community-focused organisation and to build a successful business that improves people’s lives. </p><p> Committed to community service and youth empowerment, Kamal was a Finalist for Study NT International Student of the Year 2025 and Chief Minister Volunteer of the Year 2025 and is a Study NT Student Ambassador 2025 and CDU Student Ambassador 2025. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p>
March 20, 2026
Language Matters Episode 1: International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
<p>The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) was created by the United Nations General Assembly in 1979 to signify solidarity with people facing racism and racial discrimination. March 21st was selected as the day, commemorating the day in 1960 when police in Sharpesville, South Africa killed 69 people and injured 180 at a peaceful demonstration protesting the 1952 Pass Laws Act. </p><p>In 1999, Australia rebranded IDERD as ‘Harmony Day’ to shift the focus from racial discrimination to highlighting the harmonious nature of Australian society, reframing a day of advocacy, solidarity and commemoration into a celebration of cultural diversity. </p><p>IDERD is an opportunity to consider the power of language when discussing racism, multicultural inclusion and belonging. How can seemingly positive messaging around inclusion provide a misleading backdrop for the historical injustice and discrimination that many people continue to face today? And how to we also acknowledge and continue supporting ‘harmony’ events that are genuinely bringing communities together? </p><p>In this episode, MYAN Ambassador Nayonika Bhattacharya talks with Dr Teresa De Fazio OAM about her connection to this day and how we might hold the complexity of both belonging and racism. </p><p>About our guests:</p><p>Dr Teresa De Fazio OAM (GAICD) has extensive experience in inclusive leadership development, strategy and governance, as well as an academic in the field of education and educational leadership. She is the Director of Intersect Global Partners working with government, industry and community. Apart from being a Board member of Zoos Victoria, she is the Chair of the Adult Community and Further Education Board. She served two terms as a Commissioner of the Victorian Multicultural Commission. In the Australia Day Honours 2021, she was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for her services to tertiary education. </p><p>Nayonika (she/they) is a solicitor, storyteller, and community organiser practising in Warraang (Sydney). As a third-culture kid with Indian roots, an Omani upbringing, and now calling Australia home, they see the world through a kaleidoscope of cultures, compassion, and curiosity. They currently co-chair the National Policy Alliance with MYAN Australia and support several other organisations as a board member or lived experience advisor. </p>
November 14, 2024
Young People should Care about Bowel Cancer!
<p>Join Kate as she sits down with Dr. Sonia Srinivasan to discuss the importance of bowel cancer screening.</p><p><br /></p><p>Dr Sonia Srinivasan (she/her) is a GP and Adjunct Research Fellow with the SPHERE Centre of Research Excellence in Women's Health at Monash University, where she works on improving access to reproductive healthcare in General Practice. Dr Sonia is half Indian, half American, fully Kiwi and holding as tightly as she can to her New Zealand accent despite moving to Melbourne almost 10 years ago. In her spare time, Dr Sonia is a radio host on Triple RRR’s Sunday morning show Radiotherapy.</p><p>In this engaging conversation, they break down misconceptions, highlight how simple and non-intrusive the screening process can be, and share practical ways to support each other in improving health outcomes within multicultural communities. Don't miss this empowering discussion aimed at fostering awareness and proactive health practices.</p>
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