Grattan on Friday: Now’s the time to renovate multiculturalism, elevating ‘interculturalism’

In the midst of a fiery debate over multiculturalism, there's a compelling argument for updating the approach to make it more robust in today's evolving landscape. The idea of "interculturalism" is proposed as a more dynamic and forward-thinking alternative, emphasizing deeper, mutual understanding and cooperation between cultures rather than just maintaining diversity. This shift could potentially address some of the challenges faced by traditional multiculturalism, ensuring it remains relevant and effective in fostering social cohesion and unity in a globalized world.