The formation of Organisation for Zambians Living in Western Australia “OZALIWA” Inc on 31st August 2005 was inspired by a number of Zambians (Founding Members) living in Perth, following the realisation that there was need for an association in Western Australia, that would bring Zambians together to achieve the following objectives:

• Identify and serve the needs of Zambians living in Western Australia
• To promote the Zambian Culture
• To foster co-operation between Zambians and other communities in Western Australia
• To establish & maintain a means of communication between Zambians living in Western Australia and Australian institution on social-cultural, spiritual, intellectual & economic matters
• To provide a forum for the dissemination & debate of information and knowledge about matters of interest for Zambians living in Western Australia.
• To nurture, promote, develop and protect the interests of Zambians in Western Australia

Benefits of Becoming a member:

• Full voting rights at AGM
• Opportunity to be voted into OZALIWA Executive Committee
• Ticket discounts to OZALIWA functions
• Get advocacy and support in a wide range of areas
• Benefit from networks established via OZALIWA
• Social and community support such as help with moving house, sickness, bereavement etc.
• Access to employment news and opportunities
• Student support services
• Career guidance
• Visa information referrals
• Get together opportunities for the Zambian community
• Notification of upcoming events