United Indian Associations Inc (UIA), the Association of Indian Associations launched in 1994, is the apex body representing vast Indian community of Australia. UIA promotes a harmonious relationship amongst Australian citizens, Indian migrants, and the society in general by cultivating mutual respect through increased social interaction, sports, recreation, and other voluntary activities of significant community benefit. Its aim is to act as a channel of communication between the Australian Indian community, the Commonwealth and New South Wales Governments and the Indian Government, on welfare, social and economic matters.
This apex body is represented by 21 organisations. The current Member Associations are: