04 · The ecosystem

A platform for collaboration between institutions.

Each institution contributes its own strengths. Together they create a pathway from learning and community experience to dialogue, research, public policy and practical cooperation.

Peak bodies and religious leadership networks

Scholarly guidance, community connectivity and religious leadership.

Universities and research partners

Evidence, evaluation, teaching and knowledge exchange.

Government and public institutions

Policy collaboration, public value and civic impact.

Interfaith and community partners

Trust-building, dialogue and practical cooperation.

International partners

Shared learning, cultural exchange and global dialogue.

Your organisation

CCR welcomes partners that share a commitment to trust, dialogue, social cohesion and constructive public engagement.

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08 · Partners and relationships

Partnership is how the institution grows


CCR’s work is built through relationships rather than one organisation working alone.

Australian National Imams Council forum
Community and religious leadership
Al Nawawi Centre; Australian National Imams Council (ANIC); associated religious leadership networks
Community and public-interest delivery
Islamic Relief Australia
Research and education
Universities, research centres, academic advisers and professional educators
Government and public institutions
Departments, agencies, all levels of government and public policy partners
Interfaith and civic dialogue
Faith communities, interfaith councils, civil society and community organisations
International institutional collaboration
DICID
Professional delivery
Mediation, governance, evaluation, legal, communications and technology partners
The Grand Mufti welcomed at Gordon Uniting Church
Community, defence and church leaders together

12 · Partnership and support

Help build the institution


CCR invites partners to contribute to work that can strengthen trust and social cohesion across Australia.

Founding institutional partner

Help establish CCR’s core governance, research and public programs.

Program partner

Co-design and deliver a specific program or public conversation.

Research and university partner

Support evidence, evaluation, teaching and knowledge exchange.

Community and interfaith partner

Bring local experience, relationships and trusted voices.

Philanthropic and funding partner

Support the transition from short-term activity to permanent capacity.

Express interest

Partner with the Centre for Cultural Relations


Tell us about your organisation, your expertise and the contribution you have in mind, whether research, program delivery, training, dialogue, evaluation, funding, facilities or knowledge exchange.

Or write to us directly at office@centreforculturalrelations.org.