OUR OBJECTIVES
What makes FINACT unique and crucial - Coordination :: Cooperation :: Collaboration
BONDING
To present a unified front for all its member associations and promote the advancement of people of Indian origin in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surroundings.
ENGAGEMENT
To act as a channel of communication between the Indian community and the Governments Federal, the Territory/State or the Indian Government) on welfare, social and economic matters.
INTERACTION
To promote an awareness about Indians being responsible Australian citizens and to cultivate a feeling of mutual respect through increased social & cultural interaction, sport and recreation.
INDIA CENTRE
To establish, develop and maintain an “India Centre” – a Community and Resource centre in ACT for use and benefit of member organisations and of the community.
GUIDELINES & ACTIONS
FINACT Constitution
Annual Reports 💫
Souvenirs
Thank you sponsors, promoters, stall holders, participants and volunteers
for the success of AusIndia Fair 2018 & 2019 at Stage 88, Commonwealth Park.
Contact us at info@ausindiafair.com for new opportunities.
About US
Let us continue our united endeavours to forge greater ties between India and Australia.
With 22 major languages, written in 13 different scripts, with over 720 dialects and with hundreds of different landscapes and landforms, India and Indians are no strangers to the concept of multiculturalism.
FINACT welcomes all Indian associations to be a part of this federation and contribute to efforts to achieve our shared goal.
What binds us all together is our commitment towards mutual respect, harmony and our passion see the progress and happiness in the country we come from (Janma Bhumi जन्मभूमि , India) and the country we live in (our Karma Bhumi कर्मभूमि, Australia).
COORDINATION
Among associations
COOPERATION
For achieving shared goals
COLLABORATION
With all agencies
SUBMISSION
On issues of common interest
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OUR TEAM
Please find our dedicated and motivated people from different associations working together.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2019-20
SUNITA DHINDSA
With a PhD in genetics, Dr Dhindsa also completed a Graduate Diploma in Public Sector Management from Macquarie University, North Ryde. After working in various roles, Dr Dhindsa’s aim is to positively support the Indian diaspora and contribute to the broader Australian society, environment and economy
SHANTI REDDY
He is a dedicated and committed community worker and a strong believer and supporter of multiculturalism.
ROSHAN MENON
Roshan Menon is an IT Consultant by profession. He is a dedicated and committed community worker and is associate with many organisations and multicultural groups.
MANOHAR VEMURI
Manohar has been socially active since university days. During post-graduation studies, Manohar was helping new overseas students at the University of Canberra.
COLLABORATION
Testimonials
Compliments and words of appreciation from our well-wishers
LATEST NEWS
Please view all latest community news, events, announcements and offers
Welcome Dinner for the new High Commissioner
Welcome Dinner for the High Commissioner of India HE Shri Gitesh Sarma at Darbar Indian restaurant braddon was organised on Sunday 24 November 2019. FINACT appreciates your attendance, continued support and the warm welcome extended to the High Commissioner Shri Gitesh Sarmaji. It was nice to have a round of introduction by all member associations;
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FINACT’s Annual Event – AusIndia Fair 2020
FINACT presents its annual event AusIndia Fair 2020 on 4 April 2020. Please block your calendar for this signature event. This event will be under cover and will be protected from the vagaries of unpredictable Canberra weather. Please feel free to promote and invite your family and friends from interstate – they will enjoy it.
FINACT Felicitation & Farewell
Federation of Indian Associations of ACT (FINACT) is an apex umbrella body that provides collective representation for 27 member organisations of various communities and groups of the Indian diaspora in the ACT and a responsive channel of communication. FINACT is organising a Dinner on 17 November 2019 to recognise achievements, felicitate esteemed members of the
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FINACT Activities & Approach
Dear FINACT Members Thanks to FINACT members who attended the General Council Meeting on 31 October 2019 which was hosted by Senator Zed Seselja at the Parliament House. In his address to the General Council, Senator mentioned that charities that meet eligibility criteria should consider applying for funding. Senator also expressed interest in learning about
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Strategic Direction for FINACT
Dear Member Organisations The FINACT Executive Committee is seeking input to strategic direction for FINACT for 2019-20 and beyond. You can either email with your input, or if you are interested in organising a meeting with the EC then email with a few dates and we will get back to you. Please write to secretary.finact@gmail.com. Kind regards
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Executive Committee for 2019-20
It was good to see a large number of FINACT member organisations attended the AGM on 21 July 2019 and the new EC for 2019-20 was elected unanimously. After the first meeting of the elected EC, a full team was established which is given below. The FINACT 2019-20 team appreciates the opportunity given to them
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GC Meeting on Tue 28 May 2019
Dear Members, Hope all of you are doing well and all suited up for winter. Its time for our next General Council Meeting (GCM). GCM is planned on Tuesday 28 May 2019 at 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start. The GCM will be held at Gungahlin Library, Training Room 1. Kindly send us the names
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30K Walk for Farmers on Fri 28 Sep 2018
The President of FINACT is doing 30K walk (Gandhian Way) visiting NSW Farmers by joining with United India Associations (UIA). UIA is doing 10 day (22nd September to 1 October) walk from Sydney to Canberra visiting Australian Farmers for raising awareness of Australian drought impacts on farming. Please support the FINACT President’s walk generously and raised
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