Victorian Muslims feel threatened by racism
April 4th, 2011 - 2:49 pm ICT by ANIMelbourne, Apr. 4 (ANI): Victorian Muslims feel threatened by racism and say it is an issue that needs to be addressed.
According to the Herald Sun, Victorian Muslims say many in their community feel forced to live in enclaves in order to protect themselves from racism.
And they have made a plea that Australian society be more tolerant, allowing them to be free to wear burqas and build mosques.
Opposition leader Daniel Andrews said all levels of Government must work together on the issue.
“It’s important all members of our community feel safe,” he told heraldsun.com.au this morning.
“Australia has a proud history of multiculturalism and all levels of government must work together to ensure we remain a country that promotes and celebrates diversity.”
Melbourne suburbs like Broadmeadows, Coolaroo and Meadow Heights have high Muslim concentrations, according to census data. (ANI)
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