Asha Lectures Incorporated
Asha Lectures Incorporated is an Australian nonprofit organisation registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It operates educational programs focused on public speaking and debating for primary and secondary school students across Australia, delivered through online and in-person workshops[1][3]. The organisation aims to empower youth through skill development in communication and critical thinking, with initiatives such as its "Speak Up" program targeting school-aged participants[1][3].

In addition to its domestic educational activities, Asha Lectures supports international projects in South Asia, particularly in healthcare and education, through affiliated charitable efforts[4]. These initiatives are managed separately from its core Australian operations but reflect the broader social impact goals associated with the organisation[4].

While details about its founding year and governance structure are not publicly documented in available sources, the charity maintains a focus on expanding access to educational resources for young learners[1][3]. Its programs are primarily active in Melbourne, Victoria, with workshops designed to complement school curricula[1][3]. The organisation's ABN registration (69120879836RR0001) confirms its nonprofit status under Australian regulatory frameworks[1].

Note: A distinct entity, the Australasian Society for Historical Archaeology (ASHA), shares a similar acronym but operates independently with separate objectives related to archaeological research and heritage preservation[5]. Confusion between the two organisations should be avoided.

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/246992b3-3aaf-e811-a962-000d3ad24a0d/profile [2] https://ashalectures.org [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/246992b3-3aaf-e811-a962-000d3ad24a0d/documents/e289f0f7-2c7a-eb11-b1ac-000d3ad1ce4e [4] https://ashalectures.org/asha-charity [5] https://asha.org.au/about-us-html/