Australian National Commission for UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) (http://www.dfat.gov.au/intorgs/unesco/)
(http://www.unesco.org)
UNESCO functions as a laboratory of ideas and a standard-setter to forge universal agreements on emerging ethical issues. The Organization also serves as a clearinghouse – for the dissemination and sharing of information and knowledge – while helping Member States to build their human and institutional capacities in diverse fields.

Federation of Ethnic Communities' Councils of Australia (FECCA) (http://www.fecca.org.au)
FECCA is the national peak body which represents and advocates for diverse cultural and linguistic communities and promotes Australian multiculturalism, community harmony and social justice for all.

Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) (http://www.alga.asn.au)
ALGA is the national voice of local government articulating the collective national and international interests of Australia's 675 local government authorities.

Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) (http://www.planning.org.au)
The Planning Institute of Australia is the only national organisation representing qualified urban and regional planners and other related disciplines.

The Australian National University (ANU) (http://www.anu.edu.au)
The ANU is Australia's national university with an international reputation for research and teaching excellence. The Pacific Asia Observatory is located with the Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies (RSPAS)