Following the path laid down in this handbook will ultimately benefit media organisations and their audiences and society more broadly. An anti-racist approach will prove to be of benefit to busy media professionals. It’s taking the effort to reflect the true face of this country. This continent is home to the oldest continuous culture in the world, that of this land’s First Peoples. Diversity is an enduring feature of the Australian nation from Africans on the First Fleet to migration from Asia, and from many parts of the world over our history. I can’t put it better than it is stated in this handbook. “Storytelling is an art that, when practiced with a commitment to anti - racism, celebrates the rich tapestry of communities that constitute modern Australia.” I thank MDA for their work and recommend this resource to anyone wishing to improve their understanding of race and the media. — Giridharan Sivaraman - Race Discrimination Commissioner, Australian Human Rights Commission. This resource has been put together in collaboration with Media Diversity Australia as part of community consultations and submissions in the scoping work of the National Anti-Racism Framework. The Framework identifies the need for more cultural safety, regulation and representation in Australia’s media landscape and launches in 2024. For more information visit www.humanrights.gov.au 9