About

INDONESIAN COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF NEW SOUTH WALES (ICC-NSW) Inc.

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Background

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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.

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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.

 

 

WHAT IS ICC-NSW Inc.

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The Indonesian Community Council of New South Wales Incorporated is a nonprofit organization representing the diasporic Indonesians in New South Wales and other groups who are interested in Indonesian affairs.

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The Association will consolidate to encourage all Indonesian organizations in New South Wales to participate as members and expect their commitment to support the Association.

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The ICC will provide a common voice to link with the Government and community agencies at all levels and a forum for consultation and discussion on any issues of concern to the community. The Association honors the independence of each member organization in their internal affairs.

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WHO ARE THE MEMBERS OF ICC-NSW Inc.

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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

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VISION

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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.

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MISSION

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• 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

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