ASEAN Ltd is a benevolent institution driving comprehensive, multidimensional initiatives to enhance advocacy accessibility for CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), First Nations, youth, and senior communities. Operating as an umbrella advocacy platform, the Network has been formally registered with both the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) since September 2025.
Introduction
Our Mission and Values
ASEAN Ltd was officially launched at Parliament House in November 2022, hosted by Dr. Andrew Charlton MP and the Hon. Chris Bowen MP. The inaugural event featured a keynote by former Foreign Minister Hon. Gareth Evans AC, honoring the legacy of the Friends of Cambodia. Since then, we have grounded our advocacy mission in a cohesive approach centered on:
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Cultivating Compassion
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Bridging Cultural Diversity
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Building Advocacy Platforms
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Creating Institutional Access
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Award/Medal Recognition and Leadership Empowerment
Celebrating Refugee Week: Dylan Ek, Youth Representative joins a distinguished group of federal and state leaders, including the Hon. Matt Thistlethwaite MP, Senator Dean Smith, Julia Finn MP, and Tri Vo MP. Hosted by the Lao Community Advancement (NSW) Co-Op Ltd, the June 2023 event focused on the vital contributions of refugees to the Australian social fabric.
Join our network
Our Constitution recognises individuals as Ambassadors and organisations as Community Representatives, each dedicated to fostering social cohesion. Choose the membership level that best aligns with your goals to enhance your skills, expand your network, and contribute to the broader community benefit.
Statements of Recognition
"I write to congratulate you on a very successful function at the Parliament House on 14 October 2025. So many VIPs, members of parliament, and my close friends like Philip Ruddock, Michael Kirby, and others attended. I acknowledge the hard work and innovation of you and the ASEAN members in achieving this success. It was a pleasure to be a part of it, and thank you for arranging a letter from Justice Edelman honouring me as the recipient of MKA and AFM.
Well done, Sawathey and the team!"
Dr Sev Ozdowski AM FRSN
Recent Highlights
Launch of Michael Kirby Award
The MKA was launched by the Hon. Michael Kirby AC CMG, followed by a motion moved by the Hon. Anthony D'Adam MLC and passed in the New South Wales Legislative Council on 12 November 2025.
ASEAN Ltd 3rd Community Leaders Summit and
2nd GAAT - Gathering of ASEAN Ambassador Teams
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Achievements in Numbers
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Community Advocacy Platforms
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Parliamentary recognitions
30
Years of Founders service to community
Events Calendar
Community Alliances
Burmese Community Development Collaboration Ltd
METTA Community Care Sydney (MCCS)
Lao Community Advancement NSW Co-op Ltd
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