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Greek delegation 2025 visit
The AIS was fortunate to host another Greek delegation following on from a previous occasion in 2024. In September 2025, Prof Emmanuel Karagiannis and Prof Sotiris Livas, both respected scholars within the Greek academia visited our shores to share their insights about social policy, security, governance and social cohesion in Greece considering the huge number […]
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Bystander Intervention Workshops countering Islamophobia in NSW
The Australian Intercultural Society (AIS), in partnership with Polykala, has just wrapped seven powerful bystander intervention training sessions across metro Sydney and the impact has been immediate. Funded by the Department of Home Affairs, the national program gives participants practical tools to respond to incidents of Islamophobia and racial/religious discrimination safely and effectively. The half-day […]
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Bystander Intervention Program- Islamophobia
⭐ Register Here ⭐ In response to growing levels of hate-fueled rhetoric, discrimination, and social exclusion, this national training program aims to equip individuals with the skills to safely and effectively respond to incidents of Islamophobia and racial or religious discrimination. Organised by the Australian Intercultural Society (AIS) along with delivery partner Polykala, the half-day […]
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Deakin University Hosts 15th Annual Iftar Dinner Celebrating Unity and Dialogue
On 5 March 2025, Deakin University, in partnership with the Australian Intercultural Society and the Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation (ADI), hosted its 15th annual Iftar Dinner at Deakin Downtown. The evening brought together a diverse audience of academics, faith leaders, students, and community representatives for a night of reflection, connection, and shared […]
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His Holiness Pope Francis
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, particularly coming towards the end of the Easter period. Pope Francis was loved and respected. He was a man of deep faith; one who has touched the lives of millions through his words and actions. He conducted himself with grace and […]
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Celebrating 25 Years of AIS at the 19th Victorian Parliamentarian Iftar Dinner
The Australian Intercultural Society (AIS) marked 25 years of fostering intercultural dialogue at the 19th Victorian Parliamentarian Iftar Dinner. Held at the historic State Library of Victoria, the evening welcomed distinguished guests to share in the sacred tradition of Iftar and strengthen community ties. The program opened with a Welcome to Country by Mr Daniel […]
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Legacy of Fethullah Gülen
MEDIA RELEASE: THE PASSING OF FETHULLAH GULEN It is with deep sadness that we learned the person who inspired many individuals to dedicate their life to the service of humanity has passed away in the USA on Sunday, the 20th of October 2024. We pass on our deepest condolences to his immediate family and the […]
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Greek Delegation
In early September, the AIS hosted a delegation from Greece to share experiences and information about the challenges and successes of living in a diverse society. In recent times both Australia and Greece have seen larger number of people wanting to enter their respective countries, either fleeing conflict, imprisonment or looking to build a new […]
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4th AIS One World Cup 2024
The 4th AIS One World Cup, held on 24th February 2024 at the Knox Regional Football Centre, showcased the unifying power of football among intergenerational Australians and culturally diverse communities. With a mission to bridge cultural gaps through sport, the event brought together teams from various backgrounds to compete for the One World Cup trophy. […]
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4th Rotary Iftar Dinner 2024
The 4th Rotary Iftar dinner was held in collaboration with the Australian Intercultural Society (AIS) on April 5th, 2024. After a hiatus we were able to assemble a dynamic group of people who were committed to helping their fellow human being in a personal or community capacity. Against the backdrop of Angliss Restaurant, a venue […]
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