The Indonesian Community Council of New South Wales Inc.
ICC-NSW President, Lini Kuhn
The Indonesian Community Council of NSW (ICC-NSW) is the peak community body of the Indonesian community residing in New South Wales (NSW), Australia.
With the rapidly increasing numbers of the Indonesians living in New South Wales and Indonesian organizations either social, religious, ethnic, or certain interest, as a manifestation of their bond and empathy to Indonesia-the land of their origin and Australia-the land which welcomes and accommodates them, the need for an umbrella organization can no longer be ignored..
After a long-overdue process, starting with a meeting attended by the representatives of over 40 Indonesian community organizations, the declaration of the Indonesian Community Council (ICC-NSW) Incorporated was read in the presence of the diasporic Indonesian community on the 17th of August 2000 coinciding with the commemoration of the fifty-fifth anniversary of the Indonesian Independence Day. The ICC became an incorporated organization on the 4th of October 2000.
The ICC-NSW Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to representing and supporting the Indonesian community in New South Wales (NSW), Australia.
“Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization.” — Mahatma Gandhi
Vision
A united diasporic Indonesians in New South Wales living in peace and harmony, creating a conducive situation for developing understanding between Australia and Indonesia with a mutual beneficial contribution.
Mission
- Accommodating the voice of its members by consultation, coordination, consensus, and representation
- Maximizing the significant cultural, social, political, and economic dividends arising from the diversity of Australia and Indonesia
Events and Activities
ICC-NSW plays a crucial role in promoting cultural awareness, providing support for members, and fostering connections between the Indonesian community and the broader Australian society. Through various programs and events, the ICC NSW celebrates Indonesia’s rich heritage while encouraging integration and mutual understanding.
Meet our boards
The ICC NSW board members are elected every two years through the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The boards consist of an advisory council, a legislative and an executive team, supported by four committees.
Meet our member organisations
Members of ICC-NSW Inc. consists of organization in New South Wales, either based on socio-cultural, religious, economic, or special common interests, who are interested in Indonesian affairs with goodwill to foster a close relationship between Australia and Indonesia. There are currently 25 Indonesian community organisations that are members of the ICC-NSW.
