Foundation for Aboriginal and Islander Research Action (LTD.) (FAIRA) (1977-).
Objectives - To carry out research into all aspects of the life, culture, heritage, needs and aspirations of Aboriginals and Islanders in Queensland; to prepare reports on the findings of research and disseminate them to Aboriginal and Islander groups, governments, churches and the public; to set-up commissions of enquiry to carry out research; to make recommendations to governments and other agencies for the implementation of reports, and findings; to disseminate the aims of the Foundation throughout Australia; to make recommendations regarding any legislation affecting Aborigines and Islanders after consultation with all interested parties; to implement the recommendations of any commissioners appointed by it; to carry out educational activities; to organise a library; to answer questions and respond to requests.
Publicists - P. Braddy, D. Davidson, S. Hoffman, M. Howe, L. Johnson, P. Jones, Les Malezer, S. Man, N. Preston, J. Warby.
Notes: The Foundation is funded independently. In 1981 FAIRA was involved in an extended tent embassy in the Brisbane City Square. In 1982 FAIRA played a major role in organizing protest at the time of the Commonwealth Games.