Australia Day Honours List emphasises diversity and inclusion; Filo-Aussie Carmen Garcia among the awardees

The Australia Day 2024 Honours list has been announced by Governor-General David Hurley (right), including Carmen Anne Garcia (left) becoming a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division for her 'significant service to the multicultural community through diversity and inclusion advocacy and programs'. Credit: Community Corporate, AAP

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This year's Australia Day Honours list has been announced, with the Governor-General emphasising the need to nominate more people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Each year's list features prominent names in their respective fields. This year, among the awardees, include diversity and inclusion advocate and Philippine Honorary Consul to South Australia Carmen Garcia receiving the Member of the Order of Australia (AM).

Key Points

The 2024 recipients range from mental health professionals, the emergency services, law enforcement and civil engineers, seeking to reflect the nation's unsung heroes.
1,042 people are receiving honours - including 20 recipients of awards in the Military Division in the Order of Australia, 224 Meritorious awards, 59 Distinguished and Conspicuous awards, and 49 Australians being recognised for their contributions to Australia's COVID-19 pandemic response.
Carmen Anne Garcia is the founder and chief executive officer of Community Corporate, a nation-wide diversity and inclusion firm.

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