Consulate General of Pakistan Hosts Key Community Consultation in Melbourne

Melbourne, 28 August 2025 — In a significant step toward enhancing the well-being and cohesion of the Pakistani community in Victoria, the Consulate General of Pakistan in Melbourne hosted an interactive session with prominent and influential members of the local Pakistani diaspora.

Held at the Consulate premises in Albert Park, the session brought together community leaders, professionals, academics, and youth representatives to engage in a focused discussion on the challenges facing Pakistani Australians and to collaboratively explore pathways for improvement and progress.

The event, which ran from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, was designed to foster engagement, share lived experiences, and promote meaningful dialogue among stakeholders. Participants discussed a range of topics including community integration, youth engagement, mental health awareness, and strengthening cultural ties with the broader Australian society.

The Consulate emphasized the importance of community-led initiatives and pledged continued support in facilitating platforms for open dialogue and collaboration.

“This session marks an important milestone in our efforts to better understand and address the unique concerns of our community members in Victoria,” said a representative from the Consulate. “We believe that collective insight and action are key to building a stronger, more resilient Pakistani community in Australia.”

The Consulate General of Pakistan plans to hold similar forums in the future as part of its broader mission to support diaspora communities across Australia.
Sajid toori
Voice of Australia-VOA
Melbourne Australia