Digital competition
The 2026 Cultural Diversity theme, 'Culture connects us all’ highlights how sharing intercultural stories and experiences fosters understanding, belonging and connection.
How to enter the competition - ‘Step into someone else’s world’ challenge
The VMC is inviting all Victorians to post short videos or images (Reels, TikTok, Stories) showcasing themselves engaging with a culture other than their own.
The tone is open, curious, and respectful. Not about expertise, but genuine discovery.
Video content creation ideas:
Be as creative as you like! Here are some ideas:
- Cooking a dish from another culture
- Visiting a cultural landmark, gallery, or place of worship
- Participating in a cultural dance, art form, or tradition
- Learning a word or phrase in another language
Participants must:
- Show the cultural experience
- Share what they learned or felt
- Nominate a friend to keep the cultural curiosity going
- Tag the VMC and use the campaign hashtag:
#CDW2026
Anyone who has created content and tagged the VMC will be entered into a draw to win prizes.
Prizes:
All participants who entered into the competition had the chance to win exciting prizes, including:
- VIP tickets to the Multicultural Film Festival Premiere
- A featured spot on the Victorian Multicultural Commission’s social media and website
Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram to join the conversation and share your stories, experience, ideas and beliefs.
Competition terms and conditions
Visit our competition terms and conditions for reference.
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