AMWA
About Us
CONNECTING MALAYSIANS IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Welcome to the Association of Malaysians in Western Australia Inc (AMWA)! Established in 2005, AMWA is the heart of the Malaysian community in Western Australia, fostering connections, cultural exchange, and support for Malaysians in this beautiful land.
AMWA is a non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organisation that has always had a strong focus on promoting acceptance of all people in Australia by actively seeking to be a valued and responsible member of the WA community. With over 500 members, AMWA has built a strong reputation for community engagement and cultural connection. Purely volunteer run, it is managed by a yearly elected Management Committee.
AMWA is nothing without the support of its members and AMWA is always looking for volunteers and ideas to support its mission.
20+
Years of Community Engagement
Our Mission
AMWA’s mission is to bring together Malaysians including former Malaysians in Western Australia through educational, social, sports, cultural and economic activities and to strengthen relationships between the Malaysian community in Western Australia
Our Objectives
- ● Promote and maintain unity and friendship among Malaysians, former Malaysians and other communities
- ● Promote educational, social, cultural and economic activities that foster cooperation and good relations with local governments and community leaders
- ● To share and circulate information that could be of interest or which could benefit members and could promote networking among members
Management Commitee
President
Prabhakaran Thiyagarajan
Vice President
Tan Seng Eong @ Dinesh
Secretary
Sharon Teoh
Assistant Secretary
Shiv Aanand MJ
Treasurer
Nadhirah Jalani
Assistant Treasurer
Sooi Kim Ooi
Committee Member
Vijayakumar Vijayaratnam
Committee Member
Abdul Rahmad Siru
Committee Member
Mei Ling Teoh
Committee Member
Ashiwin Vadiveloo
Committee Member
Kumaran Krishnan
Committee Member
Anbumoly Kuppusamy
Our Legacy
Formation and Early Vision of AMWA (2005)
The Association was established in 2005 following an initiative led by the late CG Jazri, who had received direction from Putrajaya encouraging the formation of an apolitical Malaysian association. He approached Terry to assist in bringing this vision to life.
AMWA was subsequently inaugurated in 2005, with early meetings held at the Consulate office in Perth.
A key milestone in the Association’s early years was the hosting of Malaysia’s 50th Merdeka (Independence Day) celebration in 2007 at the Perth Convention Centre. The event attracted approximately 1,000 attendees and featured live performances by Malaysian musicians, along with a 10-course Malaysian banquet. The celebration also received strong support from various consulates.
During this period, AMWA initiated several community and cultural activities, including the Merdeka Golf Day and the Agung Cup. The trophies from these events remain on display at the Consulate-General of Malaysia office.
In addition, the Association established a building fund with the aim of developing a Malaysia Hall. This vision has since been realised by the Malaysian Government through the acquisition of an existing hostel.
These early efforts reflect the founding vision of AMWA—to foster community, celebrate Malaysian culture, and create a lasting presence for Malaysians in Western Australia.
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