The Council for Australian-Arab Relations - CAAR

22/02/2026

A big milestone achieved by one of our grantees Coaches & Teachers Australia 👏

SWIMCON International Dubai 2026 has now wrapped up, bringing aquatic professionals and educators together on a truly global stage.

We’re proud to support initiatives like this and to see the impact taking shape.
Congratulations to the team on this important step forward!

Australian Embassy UAE

15/12/2025

Australia stands united in grief and solidarity. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by these abhorrent acts. In moments like this, compassion, unity, and care for one another define who we are as a nation.

15/12/2025

Australia will not be divided by hate or violence.

We will confront it head on. And we will stand together in solidarity with Jewish Australians and with one another.

03/12/2025

01/12/2025

Celebrating the traditions that bring Australia and the Arab world closer.

29/11/2025

27/11/2025

Last day to apply for the Council for Australian-Arab Relations (CAAR) 2025-26 Grant Round!

Don’t miss your chance to secure funding for projects that strengthen Australian-Arab connections and support social cohesion.

Applications close TONIGHT 11:59pm (AEST) this Friday, 28 November 2025.

You can apply via the DFAT SmartyGrants portal:

SmartyTip: Don’t miss any of your deadlines! This is one of the busiest times of the year for applications that are due by June 30 (end of financial year for many funders). Plan ahead now to avoid any rush and submit your application well before its due date.

27/11/2025

🌊 Big News! 🌍
SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia and SWIM Australia are heading to Dubai for SWIMCON International 2026!

📅 13–15 Feb 2026

SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia and SWIM Australia are thrilled to announce SWIMCON International Dubai 2026 – a world-class conference bringing together aquatic professionals, educators, and changemakers from across Australia, the Arab world, and beyond.

From 13–15 February 2026, join us in spectacular Dubai for three action-packed days of learning, cultural exchange, and global connection. Expect dynamic keynote speakers, hands-on workshops, inspiring panels, and unforgettable networking experiences.

Whether you teach, coach, lead or learn in the water, this is your chance to be part of something truly international – where innovation meets impact, and water safety has no borders.

Key note Speakers from around the world!!

A number of Australian based courses will be offered at conference including SWIM Australia Foundation Coach

To register : https://dubai.swimcon.org/swimcon-international-dubai-2026-registration/

26/11/2025

"How’s the serenity? So much serenity!”🇦🇺💚 Loving how Australian Embassy, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is engaging through one of the Aussie classics! never gets old! 🎬

Join us for a classic Australian Movie Night! 🎬🍿🇦🇺

The Australian Embassy invites you to a screening of The Castle on Monday, 1 December at 6:30 PM in the auditorium of the Embassy of India, Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh.

Spots are limited! Please sign up here:

👉🏻 https://ems.eoiriyadh.gov.in/form/registration-form-for-13th-edition-of-ambassadors-choice-international-film-festival

26/11/2025

“Every community deserves dignity, recognition and a fair go”. Grateful to see the Australian Embassy in Egypt supporting that spirit through real engagement and genuine connection.

26/11/2025

Only 2 days left to apply for the Council for Australian-Arab Relations (CAAR) 2025-26 Grant Round! Don’t miss your chance to secure funding for projects that strengthen Australian-Arab connections and support social cohesion.

Applications close 11:59pm (AEST) this Friday, 28 November 2025.

You can apply via the DFAT SmartyGrants portal:

SmartyTip: Don’t miss any of your deadlines! This is one of the busiest times of the year for applications that are due by June 30 (end of financial year for many funders). Plan ahead now to avoid any rush and submit your application well before its due date.

21/11/2025

We’re proud to support Rahma Health through the CAAR 2024-25 Grant Round.

Rahma Health have won three Telstra Best of Business Awards: Championing Health, Accelerating Women, and Business of the Year 2025.

Congratulations to the entire Rahma community on this tremendous achievement and for advancing health equity for Arabic‑speaking families worldwide