Filipino-Australian Student Council of Victoria

Filipino-Australian Student Council of Victoria FASTCO is a network of Pinoy students and friends in Victoria, Australia. It aims to foster ties among students towards a shared sense of community. b. d. e.

If you are a Filipino international student in Victoria or an Aussie student with Filipino roots, then you can join us in this network. Founded in 2012 by Filipino scholars from various universities, FASTCO is the first statewide Filipino student organisation established in Australia. FASTCO is now operated with an agenda of F.A.S.T.: (1) Fellowship; (2) Advocacy; (3) Services and (4) Thrust that

redounded to the collective good of its stakeholders in the Filipino Australian community. It crafted its visionary framework as engaged, relevant, inclusive and efficient organisation. The Aims and Objectives of the Council are to:

a. Function as the main student hub of all Filipino post-secondary student organizations in Victoria. Promote and maintain friendship, unity, and cooperation among:
- Filipino students of the different campuses
- Other student organisations in Victoria
- The ASEAN Student Council of Australia
- Wider Filipino groups in Victoria
c. Uphold the rights and welfare of the students in Victoria and the respective campuses by:
- Helping new students adjust to their new environment by orienting them to the life in Victoria and to the facilities and services available to the respective campuses and helping them find accommodation and other necessities.
- Assisting students having academic difficulties in the university. Promote Filipino values, tradition, and culture. Perform other functions that the body may deem beneficial to the organisation. WEBSITE: https://www.fastcovic.org/

FB GROUP:

http://www.facebook.com/groups/pinoyscholarsmelbourne/

Calling Filipino-Australian crafters, artisans, makers, folk artists, and DIY enthusiasts!Celebrate creativity, culture,...
02/06/2026

Calling Filipino-Australian crafters, artisans, makers, folk artists, and DIY enthusiasts!

Celebrate creativity, culture, and craftsmanship at the Likha at Lahi Salo-Salo on 27 June 2026. Connect with fellow Filipino-Australian creatives, share your work and experiences, and be part of conversations linking Melbourne's creative community with the Philippines' UNESCO Creative Cities.

Whether you create by hand, preserve traditional crafts, or innovate through making, your voice belongs in the conversation.

Scan the QR code or register through the following link to express your interest:
https://forms.gle/kerDxDvUJw6aG5uL7

Calling Filipino-Australian Image, Place, Industrial, and System Designers!Your designs shape the spaces, systems, and e...
01/06/2026

Calling Filipino-Australian Image, Place, Industrial, and System Designers!

Your designs shape the spaces, systems, and experiences that connect people and communities.

Join the Likha at Lahi Salo-Salo on 27 June 2026 and be part of a growing network of Filipino-Australian creatives engaging with the Philippines' UNESCO Creative Cities.

Scan the QR code or register through the following link to express your interest:
https://forms.gle/kerDxDvUJw6aG5uL7

Calling Filipino-Australian writers, authors, publishers, storytellers, and literary enthusiasts!Join the Likha at Lahi ...
25/05/2026

Calling Filipino-Australian writers, authors, publishers, storytellers, and literary enthusiasts!

Join the Likha at Lahi Salo-Salo on 27 June 2026 and be part of a growing creative community connecting Filipino-Australian voices with the Philippine creative scene through literature, design, film, gastronomy, and arts and crafts. Sign up now and help shape conversations that bridge cultures and creative cities.

Scan the QR code or register through the following link to express your interest:
https://forms.gle/kerDxDvUJw6aG5uL7

Interested in presenting your research, papers, or works in progress?Join the TALAS Research Symposium 2026 and engage i...
24/05/2026

Interested in presenting your research, papers, or works in progress?

Join the TALAS Research Symposium 2026 and engage in conversations on Philippine-Australian connections, identity, culture, nostalgia, and future-building.

Submit your abstract and share your ideas with the Fil-Aus academic and research community.

Explore timely and important conversations on ASEAN regionalism, history, socio-political ties, and sustainability at th...
20/05/2026

Explore timely and important conversations on ASEAN regionalism, history, socio-political ties, and sustainability at the next TALAS research forum.

Join us on 22 May 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM AEST as we engage in meaningful discussions on strengthening regional collaborations and advancing cooperative trajectories in ASEAN.
Register through the QR Code or the link below:
https://events.humanitix.com/talasphasean

Our third speaker for TALAS 2026 is Ms. Johanna Son — veteran media practitioner and founder of the Reporting ASEAN seri...
19/05/2026

Our third speaker for TALAS 2026 is Ms. Johanna Son — veteran media practitioner and founder of the Reporting ASEAN series.

With decades of experience covering Southeast Asia, ASEAN affairs, geopolitics, and climate issues, Johanna brings a wealth of insight into the region’s evolving role in today’s global landscape.

Join us on 22 May 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM AEST as we engage in meaningful discussions on strengthening regional collaborations and advancing cooperative trajectories in ASEAN.

Register through the QR Code or the link below:
https://events.humanitix.com/talasphasean

Calling all Filipino-Australian creatives in literature, film, design, gastronomy, craft, and folk art!Join us at Likha ...
11/05/2026

Calling all Filipino-Australian creatives in literature, film, design, gastronomy, craft, and folk art!

Join us at Likha at Lahi Salo-Salo Night this June 27, 1 to 6 PM, as we celebrate Filipino creativity, culture, and collaboration across Victoria.

Connect with fellow artists, storytellers, makers, and innovators while helping strengthen Fil-Aus creative communities.

Scan the QR code or register through the following link to express your interest:
https://forms.gle/kerDxDvUJw6aG5uL7 :)

Our next featured speaker for the TALAS Research Forum is Dr. Ariel Lopez, historian and Associate Professor of Asian St...
11/05/2026

Our next featured speaker for the TALAS Research Forum is Dr. Ariel Lopez, historian and Associate Professor of Asian Studies at the University of the Philippines Diliman.

With expertise in maritime Southeast Asian history, diplomacy, and regional connections, Dr. Lopez brings valuable perspectives on the Philippines’ role in shaping ASEAN collaborations and shared trajectories.

Join us on 22 May 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM AEST as we engage in meaningful discussions on strengthening regional collaborations and advancing cooperative trajectories in ASEAN.

Register through the QR Code or the link below:
https://events.humanitix.com/talasphasean

Our next featured speaker for the upcoming TALAS Research Forum is Dr. Joefe B. Santarita. A professor and former dean o...
08/05/2026

Our next featured speaker for the upcoming TALAS Research Forum is Dr. Joefe B. Santarita. A professor and former dean of the University of the Philippines Asian Center, Dr. Santarita is a respected scholar whose work focuses on Indian Studies, migration, maritime history, Philippine culture and society, and Southeast Asian political economy.

Join us on 22 May 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM AEST as we engage in meaningful discussions on strengthening regional collaborations and advancing cooperative trajectories in ASEAN.

Register through the QR Code or the link below:
https://events.humanitix.com/talasphasean

Meet one of our featured speakers for the upcoming TALAS Research Forum!Dr. Noel Christian A. Moratilla is the Dean of t...
06/05/2026

Meet one of our featured speakers for the upcoming TALAS Research Forum!

Dr. Noel Christian A. Moratilla is the Dean of the Asian Center at UP Diliman and a distinguished scholar whose work explores migration, critical humanities, social movements, and homelessness. With academic and research engagements across the Philippines and South Korea, he brings valuable insights on regional collaboration, culture, and society within the ASEAN context.

Join us on 22 May 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM AEST as we engage in meaningful discussions on strengthening regional collaborations and advancing cooperative trajectories in ASEAN.

Register through the QR Code or the link below:
https://events.humanitix.com/talasphasean

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