Filipino Communities Council of Australia Inc

Established in 1990, the Filipino Communities Council of Australia Inc (FILCCA) stands as the oldest existing umbrella organization outside the Philippines. FILCCA serves as a unifying force for Filipino-Australians and Filipinos residing in Australia, working towards the promotion and advancement of their welfare and interests.

OUR VISION

Unite, empower, and thrive. Together, we build a future where the Filipino-Australian community flourishes, creating opportunities, celebrating heritage, and making lasting contributions. Join us on this journey of growth and success

WHAT WE DO

We connect, empower, and uplift. Through advocacy, programs, and initiatives, we support the Filipino-Australian community. From preserving cultural heritage to fostering collaboration, we work towards a stronger, more vibrant future for all.

OUR COMMUNITY

Our community is a tapestry of resilience, diversity, and unity. We celebrate Filipino culture, nurture meaningful connections, and empower one another. Together, we create a supportive and vibrant space where everyone's voice is valued and heard.

FILLCA Objectives

To advocate, lobby and campaign for promoting and advancing the welfare and interests of all Filipino-Australians and Filipinos in Australia.

To promote and develop organised self-help initiatives and solidarity among Filipinos and Filipino-Australians nationally through Filipino-Australian or Filipino community organisations in all the States and Territories.

To promote Filipino heritage, culture and language.

To promote the concept of contribution by the Filipino Community in Australia towards the economic, political and social advancement of the Australian community.

To promote, encourage and support the socio-economic and political empowerment of Filipinos and Australians of Filipino descent in Australia.

To act as community gatekeepers for information and consultation with the Philippine and Australian governments and other bodies, organised to work for greater access to various rights, welfare services and other beneﬁts for all Filipinos in Australia.

To initiate, organise, maintain, expand, promote and support programs, projects and activities that are appropriate and relevant to the needs of the Filipino communities in Australia.

To organise discussions, studies, training and conferences that raise the awareness, organisational skills and capabilities of organisations to address common concerns among Filipino-Australians and Filipinos in Australia.

To do all such other things necessary for the implementation and furtherance of
the above objects or any of them.