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Multicultural leaders unite for 60th Red Shield Appeal, launched by The Hon. Daniel Mookhey The Salvation Army’s national multicultural launch of the annual Red Shield Appeal was officially launched by The Hon. Daniel Mookhey, MLC Member of the Legislative Council – NSW and NSW Treasurer on Monday along with Commissioner Miriam Gluyas, Territorial Commander of The Salvation Army. Business, community, and media leaders from multicultural audiences who spoke over 30 languages attended and celebrated the event. Celebrating its 60th year, The Red Shield Appeal is The Salvation Army’s flagship fundraising appeal and Australia’s largest and longest running doorknock appeal. This year, The Salvation Army are aiming to raise $38 million nationally to fund vital work around the country, including the key work The Salvation Army does within multicultural communities. Commissioner Miriam Gluyas, Territorial Commander of The Salvation Army said, “The Salvation Army have been committed to standing alongside and supporting ...

The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal launched to support local multicultural communities around Australia The Salvation Army’s annual Red Shield Appeal to multicultural audiences was formally launched in the presence of media leaders, community and business leaders on 17th May 2022. The Appeal, now in its 58th year, aims to raise $36 million to support needy people around Australia, including multicultural communities. Commenting on the launch, Former NSW Opposition Leader and Former Cabinet Minister Jodi McKay said: “Multicultural and diverse communities in Australia are vital to the economic and social fabric of our society. We are proud of our multicultural country and the contributions of Australians of all backgrounds. I am honoured to launch The Salvation Army’s annual Red Shield Appeal for 2022 to multicultural communities across Australia. The Salvation Army offers tremendous support to all people without discrimination, and I encourage multicultural audiences to give back.” ...