28/07/2026
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📢 ZOMI COMMUNITY CALLS FOR OFFICIAL RECOGNITION IN AUSTRALIA’S 2026 CENSUS
BRISBANE, Australia — Zomi Press
The Zomi Community of Queensland Inc. has called on the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) to officially recognize “Zomi” as a distinct ethnic category and to make Census-related information available in the Zomi language.
The requests were presented during a meeting on Friday, July 24, 2026, between Zomi community representatives and ABS officials, including Tanya Hornik, Director of Inclusive Strategies and Engagement, and Mark, Census Field Manager.
The community presented two key requests:
✅ Census information and educational materials should be available in the Zomi language.
✅ “Zomi” should be officially recognized as a distinct ethnic category in Australia’s Census data.
According to the community’s statement, ABS representatives explained that future recognition will depend significantly on how Zomi people identify themselves when completing Census forms.
📌 Zomi people across Australia are therefore encouraged to identify themselves as “Zomi.”
Consistent identification can help strengthen the case for official recognition and support future access to language services, multicultural programs, education, healthcare, research, community funding, and other public resources.
Census information
🗓️ Census period: August 11–October 2026
📄 Paper form: Up to six household members
💻 Online form: Up to 25 household members
The Zomi Community of Queensland and the Zomi Youth Association (ZYA) will provide assistance to individuals and families who need help completing their Census forms.
🗣️ Identify as “Zomi.”
📊 Be counted. Be recognized. Make our voice count.
🔗 Read the complete article on Zomi Press:
https://zomipress.com/zomi-community-calls-for-official-recognition-in-australias-2026-census/
Source: Zomi Community of Queensland Inc.
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