Wali Ahdi’s story: Why did the news of his police job shock some in his community?

Interest among migrants in joining Australia’s police force has been relatively low, though this is beginning to change. One example is Constable Wali Ahdi, who speaks five languages. His story in the New South Wales Police highlights practical experience working across cultures. Superintendent Robert Toynton outlines steps being taken to expand opportunities, while community liaison officer Reema Al Haj sheds light on relationships with multicultural communities. This podcast explores what multicultural inclusion in the police force looks like in practice and why it matters.

Migrant participation in the police force has been relatively low but is gradually changing, with Constable Wali Ahdi a clear example.

Wali says that an English accent or different background is not a weakness but can strengthen recruitment prospects and build bridges with the community.

(L to right) Constable Wali Ahadi, host Rehan Alavi, NSW Police Liaison Officer Rima Elhage, and Superintendent Robert Toynton. Credit: SBS Urdu

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Constable Wali Ahdi, from Auburn Police Area Command, speaks five languages, including Urdu. Superintendent Robert Toynton outlines efforts to expand recruitment, while NSW Police liaison officer Reema Al Haj highlights relationships with multicultural communities. This podcast examines the barriers to multicultural community participation in the police force and why that inclusion matters in practice.

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