The Papua New Guinea Australia Alumni Association is one of the most recognised associations in the country. Established in November 2006 to provide ongoing support to Papua New Guineans who have studied in Australia it is a network designed to keep alumni connected with each other and Australian institutions. Numbering more than 3,000 members from across the country are professional Papua New Guineans in leadership positions from a variety of sectors including public service, private industry, healthcare and entrepreneurship.