Aims of the Council

The Council aims to develop young Australian political leaders by providing opportunities to gain insights into the political systems and cultures of countries with which we have established an exchange program. It also offers delegates visiting from overseas a chance to learn about Australia's political system.

Through the Council's exchange programs, long-lasting ties and friendships can be formed between future generations of political leaders in Australia and other countries.

The Council's Terms of Reference seek to:

• Arrange regular exchange visits for either individuals or groups of young people, drawn from the Parties of the Principals, with the potential to make a significant contribution to political life, between Australia and other countries;
   
• Provide learning experiences through study tours of Australia for young political leaders from countries important to Australia for trade or strategic reasons;
   
• Arrange related activities which provide developmental opportunities for the rising generation of Australian and other political leaders; and
   
• Arrange for regular reporting on the Council's activities to Parliament, the Principals and sponsors.

Last Updated 6 February 2006

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