Imagine a gathering where ancient traditions pulse with modern energy, where justice, humanism, and celebration dance hand in hand. Welcome to PATCA—the Periyar Ambedkar Thoughts Circle of Australia—an unstoppable force uniting the Tamil and South Indian diaspora across Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and beyond.
A Movement, Not Just an Organization
Founded on the tenets of Periyarism and Ambedkarism, PATCA champions social justice, caste equity, and cultural pride with unrelenting passion. Their milestones read like a timeline of progress:
- 2022: Submitted over 30 representations to the Australian Human Rights Commission demanding caste discrimination be recognized as a form of racism.
- December 2022: Historic breakthrough—AHRC formally acknowledged caste discrimination as racism.
- July 2023: NSW Greens became the first political party in the Western world to acknowledge caste as a protected policy platform.
- December 2024: PATCA’s community work fed into the Australian Human Rights Commission’s anti-racism framework, pushing for caste to be legally protected.
- March 2025: The stirring visit of Dravidian luminaries Asiriyar K. Veeramani and Advocate Arulmozhi electrified four states and solidified PATCA’s position as a beacon of diaspora humanism.
These are more than accomplishments—they’re threads woven into the story of a just and inclusive Australia.
Mark Your Calendar: International Humanity Conference, Nov 1–2, Melbourne
Picture Melbourne alive with ideas, hearts, and heritage. That’s the vibe PATCA is bringing with the International Humanity Conference on 1–2 November.
This is more than an event—it’s a movement’s summit, a space where:
- Champions of social justice convene
- Cultural pride meets policy
- Communities learn, share, and grow together
With PATCA’s legacy of advocacy and connection, this conference promises to be uplifting, transformational, and unforgettable.
Why You Should Be Excited
- Deep Roots, Bold Vision: PATCA marries centuries-old Dravidian values with cutting-edge social justice activism.
- Trailblazers of Change: From influencing national frameworks to galvanizing community voices, PATCA shows what powerful advocacy looks like.
- An Invitation for Everyone: Whether you’re South Indian, socially conscious, curious, or searching for purpose—you’re welcome.
- Melbourne, Here We Come: The International Humanity Conference is set to be a milestone moment—educational, inspiring, and united.
Join PATCA—Australia’s Heartbeat of Heritage & Humanism
Whether through attending the conference, volunteering, or supporting advocacy, PATCA invites you to be part of something that matters deeply.
Spotlight Event:
International Humanity Conference
🗓 November 1–2, 2025
📍 Melbourne
🔗 Details at patca.org.au
This isn’t just a conference—it’s a calling.
