Global Reconciliation (Australia) Limited

Global Reconciliation (Australia) Limited is an Australian nonprofit organisation dedicated to promoting reconciliation through dialogue and practical projects that bridge national, cultural, religious, and racial differences both within Australia and internationally. Established in 2002, the organisation operates as a global network of specialists and partners, including governments, non-government organisations, academic institutions, professional associations, and community groups.

Mission and Approach

The core mission of Global Reconciliation is to foster reconciliation by facilitating dialogue and implementing outcome-focused projects that promote learning and understanding. Its work revolves around the idea that everyday community practices can effectively contribute to reconciliation processes. While recognising the importance of political and diplomatic efforts, the organisation emphasizes that local and global approaches to reconciliation are complementary and must be pursued simultaneously.

Global Reconciliation views reconciliation as an ongoing, multifaceted process that can:

• Contribute to consolidating peace
• Break cycles of violence
• Restore justice at personal and social levels
• Facilitate personal healing and reparation for past injustices
• Build non-violent relationships for the future

Activities and Focus Areas

Since its inception, Global Reconciliation has engaged in international conferences and collaborative projects across more than 50 countries. Its initiatives concentrate on broad thematic areas including:

• Health and wellbeing
• Education and research
• Arts and spirituality
• Sport and their ethical and intercultural dimensions

The organisation draws on diverse community resources worldwide to create projects that enhance understanding, promote reconciliation, and improve health and learning outcomes in involved countries.

Organisational Characteristics

• Originated as an Australian-initiated network with a global presence
• Operates by fostering partnerships across cultural, religious, racial, and national lines
• Emphasizes community-based approaches rather than purely political or diplomatic methods
• Active in both domestic Australian and international contexts, including countries such as Sri Lanka

Global Reconciliation’s work represents a holistic and integrative model for reconciliation, recognising the interconnectedness of local and global efforts in building sustainable peace and intercultural respect[1][2][3][4].

[1] https://www.globalreconciliation.org [2] https://www.globalreconciliation.org/about/mission [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/71bd4d61-3aaf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/71bd4d61-3aaf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd/documents/fae8b71b-f351-e911-a97d-000d3ad06f2d [5] https://www.reconciliation.org.au/about-us/