The Indochinese Elderly Refugees Association Victoria (IERA-VIC) is a not for profit and statewide organization. It was formed in March 1981 and became incorporated under Association Incorporation Act 1981, in June 1987. The IERA-VIC focuses on assisting the Indochinese elderly persons in their resettlement process and helps to preserve and promote the members’ cultural heritage. Particularly, through services and activities, it aims to:
• Provide general information, practical aid, referral, counseling to assist the settlement and integration of the Indochinese elderly persons;
• Maintain and develop the cultural heritage and traditions of its members;
• Advocate and represent its members in political arena, health, education, and social welfare issues at state and local government levels;
• Develop community education programs in relation to the needs of the Indochinese elderly community;
• Foster and maintain a sense of friendship and solidarity and a spirit of co-operation among Indochinese elderly community and people of other ethnic backgrounds currently living in Australia; and
• Create opportunities for all Indochinese elderly persons in Victoria to have equal access to support activities and services.
