The Multicultural Association of Canberra, under the guidance of President Nishi Puri, as the Canberra Ambassador, plays a vital role in building a vibrant, inclusive, and harmonious community for all people in Canberra. The Multicultural Association of Canberra (MAC) is a non-profit organisation that aims to promote cultural diversity and inclusiveness in the Australian capital city of Canberra. The organisation is made up of a diverse group of volunteers from different cultural backgrounds who work together to provide support, information, and resources to people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Team Members
Nishi Puri
President MAC & GOPIO – a vibrant personality, Engages and inspires members, promotes and supports the community. and is dedicated to helping individuals and organisations.
Kranti Amar Treasurer krantiamar@bigpond.com
Moin Qureshi
Secretary (MAC) & Local Business Owner (ACT Halal Foods Gungahlin)
Mr. Jagmohan
Public Relations
Our Patron
Mr. David Smith MP.
Member for Bean, Australian Labor Party
Australian Capital Territory
Nicole LAWDER
Canberra Liberals Member for Brindabella
Contact Ph: (02) 62050323
Email:lawder@parliament.act.gov.au
Andrew BRADDOCK
Member for the Gungahlin based seat of Yerrabi, elected to the ACT Legislative Assembly in 2020. raddock@parliament.act.gov.au
GPO Box 1020, Canberra ACT 2601
Mr. Mainul Haque
Mainul is a multicultural community leader, economist, and social justice advocate, currently leading several organisations in Canberra
Dr. Paresh Dauda
General Practitioner – MBBS, DRCOG, DFSRH,FRCGP, FRACGP
NEXT PRACTICE deakin@nextpracticehealth.com a: Suite 2, 4 Makin Place, Deakin, ACT 2600 p: 02 6185 5555
Surender & Monika Nagar
Surender & Monika Nagar a dynamic duo in the IT and cybersecurity fields. Surender excels in strategy and digital transformation, while Monika leverages her finance background to protect sensitive information. Both are deeply committed to community service, actively participating in impactful initiatives.
Monica Sharma Jokhan
A dedicated Care Manager in the Aged Care Industry, devoting her time to volunteer work with Dementia Australia. Additionally, An active member of the Queanbeyan Lion’s Club, contributing time and efforts to various community initiatives.
Hema and Ravi Nayyar
Active participants in community service, creating a network of support that strengthens the social fabric of our communities.
Jacob Vadakkedathu
Jacob Vadakkedathu (Founder & President of FINACT) has a proven track record of working tirelessly to promote social harmony, cultural diversity, and inclusivity in the community.
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