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Global Friendship Association: Supporting Community Through Event Sponsorship
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The Global Friendship Association (GFA), a non-profit founded by professionals from diverse nationalities and fields, is committed to fostering cultural exchange and collaboration. A key pillar of our mission is supporting communities worldwide by sponsoring vibrant community events that bring people together.
At GFA, we believe in the power of shared experiences to build bridges across cultures. By sponsoring events such as cultural festivals, local art exhibitions, and collaborative workshops, we create opportunities for individuals to connect, share their unique perspectives, and celebrate their differences. These events not only strengthen community bonds but also promote mutual understanding and friendship on a global scale.
Our sponsorships provide essential resources to make these gatherings possible, from funding to supporting local talent and organizers. Whether it’s a multicultural food fair, a music festival showcasing global artists, or a business networking event that sparks cross-border partnerships, GFA is proud to play a role in amplifying kindness and sincerity.
Through our efforts, we aim to inspire unity and cooperation, ensuring that every event we support leaves a lasting impact. Join us in spreading the beauty of global friendship, one community event at a time.
Our Story
The story of the Global Friendship Association began in 2003 with a reporter’s work that spanned three continents, uncovering not just news but genuine human connections. Behind every interview and encounter were friendships with colleagues, entrepreneurs, artists, and dreamers who shared one rare treasure—a kind and sincere heart. These scattered bonds gradually joined like streams forming a river.
By 2017, this shared vision became reality as the Global Friendship Association. More than an organization, it is a home where kindness flows freely and hearts unite across cultures. Our mission is to carry that spirit forward—to spread sincerity like seeds of hope, support one another’s dreams, and prove that when people of goodwill come together, even miracles are possible.
​2016 - GFA sponsored the Taiwanese Traditional Cultural Cruise on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
2017 - Taiwan Charity Foundation & GFA Co-Sponsored
Dr Hu Naiwen's Australia Health Tour.
Dr. Hu Naiwen's Chinese Medicine health tour in Australia in 2017 brought invaluable insights into holistic wellness and traditional healing practices. Participants had the opportunity to learn about the benefits of Chinese medicine, including acupuncture and herbal remedies. The tour the importance of balancing body and mind for overall health. Attendees left with a deeper understanding of how these techniques can complement modern healthcare practices.
2018 - GFA Taiwanese Enterprise members Sponsored a summer camp for disadvantaged students in Taiwan.
In 2018, I had the privilege of assisting in an English summer camp in Taiwan, specifically designed for disadvantaged students. This experience allowed me to contribute to the educational enrichment of these young learners, providing them with valuable language skills and confidence. Working alongside dedicated volunteers, we created a supportive and engaging environment that fostered learning and personal growth. It was a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of students who faced unique challenges.
2019 - Award-Winning Documentary Screening: "Letter from Masanjia"
A private screening of “Letter from Masanjia” was held at Hoyts Cinema Sunnybank, Queensland, Australia. The award -winning documentary tells the true story of an Oregon mom who discovers a hidden SOS note from a Chinese political prisoner, sparking a global human rights campaign that exposes China’s brutal labor camps and persecution of spiritual believers. A forum with guest speakers was held at the conclusion of the event.
“Proudly supported by The Epoch Times, NTD TV, World Victims of Communism Association, and Australia Indian Radio & Newspaper.”
https://www.theepochtimes.com/
“A Cultural Tour: GFA Taiwan Members Witness Shen Yun Performance in Sydney (2020)”
New York-based Shen Yun visited Sydney as part of its global tour, presenting an all-new program of around twenty masterful dances and songs that brought Asia’s celebrated past to life on stage with a live orchestra. Special 2-day tour packages were available including tickets to the Shen Yun performance.
Taiwanese GFA members were sponsored to attend and said "It's great to have friends from Taiwan to enjoy “Shen Yun” together in Sydney Australia"
2022 - Zhen Shan Ren Art Exhibition
The Art of Zhen, Shan, Ren (Truth, Compassion, Tolerance) Exhibition is an extraordinarily moving, intimate and inspiring exhibition detailing both an inner spiritual life and an outer human rights tragedy. Realistic oil paintings and Chinese watercolours from mostly Chinese artists give a unique insight into the spiritual discipline Falun Gong, also called Falun Dafa. GFA Sponsored a local Art Exhibition in Darra, Brisbane.
http://zhenshanren.com/
​2022 - Silver Screen Dream Movie Screening
Silver Stream Dreams- An A-lister actress ruined, a silver screen dream shattered. A grievous experience revealing the darker side of the entertainment business. Can a modern miracle revive one person and an entire industry? Silver Screen Dreams – a story about pain, healing, and forgiveness.
GFA Sponsored a community screening of the film "Silver Screen Dream."
https://www.thenewcenturyfilms.com/
​2022 - GFA Brings the Magic of Shen Yun to Local Seniors
In 2022, GFA sponsored a bus trip from Brisbane to the Empire Theatre in Toowoomba, enabling elderly residents to experience the world-touring Shen Yun Performing Arts. ​The performance featured vibrant and graceful classical Chinese dance, historical legends, and a unique live orchestral accompaniment. ​Audience members praised the show as "extraordinary," "delightful," and "inspiring," with some describing the unforgettable experience as if they had taken a "vacation in heaven."
2023 - Gan Jing World Premium Channel Promotion
GFA Provided Marketing sponsorship for a GJW Premium Channel, a child-safe digital media platform.
Gan Jing World avoids addictive algorithms and filters out violent, sexual, and criminal content. Watch and share videos, stream movies & shows on desktop, mobile phone and TV app. Create videos, posts, and articles, and connect with friends and family.
https://www.ganjingworld.com/
2023 Taiwanese National Day Dinner
The Lunar New Year is Taiwan's most important and longest holiday. One of the many hallmarks of this 16-day celebration is the feasting involved. Loved ones gather from near and far to enjoy a variety of dishes, often around a rotating turntable (or “lazy Susan”). GFA sponsored marketing and shared a table with members.
2023 - 1st NTD Global Chinese Beauty Pageant
The New Tang Dynasty (NTD) Global Chinese Beauty Pageant is one in a series of international cultural and arts events hosted by NTD, which aims to promote the traditional aesthetic character of Chinese women and bring back pure authenticity, pure goodness, and pure beauty.
The unique design of the phoenix crown symbolizes the five essential inner virtues — Morality, Righteousness, Propriety, Benevolence, and Faithfulness. GFA sponsored a Taiwanese entrant for the first Beauty Pageant
2022 - 2025 Children's Art Competition
Family is the cradle of faith and the link of value inheritance. The traditional family plays the function of inheriting morality and maintaining social stability. Through art, children can express the traditional values of the family and help them move towards a better life. Since childhood, we have been taught by our family to treat people with sincerity, to not tell lies, to be kind, to think of others first, to be tolerant of others, to show others virtue, and to always keep kind thoughts in your heart, these are all acts of compassion. GFA sponsored marketing and encouranged entrant to join for the International Children’s Art Competition.
https://cctc.taipei/
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2024 - Taiwanese Charity Concert
Charity concert by Taiwanese and local artists, performing orchestral music with Taiwanese characteristics. The passionate music from Kaohsiung, Taiwan - Chia Yin Chamber Orchestra, Te-Sheng Youth String Orchestra and A-Team Saxophone Ensemble were enjoyed by patrons. GFA sponsored marketing and ticket sales.
2024 - "Kindness Is Cool" Market Stall Sponsorship
At Gan Jing World, where “Gan Jing” means “clean,” the mission is to promote kindness, respect, and trust, reconnecting people with morals and traditions. The platform uses Ethical AI technologies—powered by advanced deep learning models to filter harmful or explicit material and promote positive content.
GFA sponsored "Kindness Is Cool" community market stall to promote Kindness in our local area.
https://www.facebook.com/ganjingworld
2024 Minghui School students End of the Year Performance
Minghui School is a bilingual Chinese School, providing a healthy and lovely learning environment for children to learn the Chinese language, traditional culture, etiquette and traditional arts. It aims to enhance character and to enlighten wisdom and talents. Our Teachers Our teachers are a special group of people who are very kind and have a lot of teaching experience. Some are veteran teachers who have devoted their whole life to teaching. Some are currently full time teachers in other schools. Most importantly, our teachers cherish the traditional Chinese culture and values, and are eager to help children benefit from it. Chinese Language and Culture Class Chinese culture is one of the oldest in the world. The language, spoken by over 1.2 billion people, is one of the most important languages in our world today. Our Chinese lessons are fun and educational, combining traditional culture, classical enlightenment books, idiom stories, Tang poetry, as well as listening, reading and writing techniques. We help students lay a good foundation for Chinese, while inspiring students to become people through wisdom and morality.https://minghuischoolworld.wordpress.com/
2025 - Shen Yun VIP Function
Shen Yun - Our Story Based in New York, Shen Yun draws top artists from around the world. With a passion for the classical arts, they join Shen Yun in its mission to revive a culture that was once almost lost. Independent of any government and entirely nonprofit, Shen Yun enjoys true artistic freedom. In the picturesque mountains of New York, these artists work tirelessly to bring this ancient world to life on stage. Nothing like this can be seen in China today. In fact, Shen Yun is still not allowed to perform there. But outside of China, through dance, music, costumes, and legends Shen Yun has sparked a cultural renaissance. GFA sponsored Shen Yun VIP Function.
2025 Taiwan Remix Performance
Taiwan Remix - The 2025 ROC National Day Cultural Mission will be performing in Perth this September! This year’s performance features the Formosa Melody Music & Dance Troupe, presenting a stunning fusion of Taiwanese folk, Hakka, and Indigenous music blended with modern rhythms. Prepare for a cultural symphony that is both gentle and powerful, a journey across time and tradition! ✨ Presented by: Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce in Western Australia ✨ Supported by: Overseas Community Affairs Council, Sydney Chinese Culture & Education Service Centre. GFA sponsored the marketing & ticketing for their cultural performance.
2025 Ukraine Reconstruction Fundraising Dinner
Ukraine- Join us for Action for Ukraine: Demine. Restore. Rebuild. — a black tie fundraising dinner hosted by the Ukrainian Community of Queensland Inc. in partnership with International Action Alliance. This elegant evening will raise vital funds for urgent recovery initiatives in Ukraine, including landmine clearance and environmental restoration in war-affected regions. The event’s primary goal is to fund the purchase of a remotely controlled demining machine ("Zmiy") and an environmental auditors training program—two of the most immediate needs identified by Ukraine’s Ministry of the Environment. Guests will enjoy a three-course dinner featuring elevated Ukrainian classics, a keynote address from His Excellency Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia, and the opportunity to participate in a charity raffle and connect with fellow supporters of Ukraine’s recovery.
2025 World Boccia Team Challenge Competition
Taiwanese Boccia Olympics info The World Boccia Challenger 2025 was held from 3–11 November 2025 at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Arena in Canberra. This marked the first international Boccia tournament in Australia in 13 years, and the first time the event was staged in the nation’s capital. Boccia is one of the most inclusive sports in the world, designed for athletes with significant physical impairments. Athletes from 12 nations competed in singles, pairs, and team events. The Challenger showcased Australia’s commitment to hosting world-class para sport events and provided an opportunity for local communities to experience elite competition up close. GFA, TAIS Gratitude Foundation and Taiwan Elite Foundation co-sponsored the contestant's international travel and also flew to Canberra to encourage and support them.
2025 Minghi School end of year performance
Minghui School is a bilingual Chinese School, providing a healthy and lovely learning environment for children to learn the Chinese language, traditional culture, etiquette and traditional arts. It aims to enhance character and to enlighten wisdom and talents. Our Chinese lessons are fun and educational, combining traditional culture, classical enlightenment books, idiom stories, Tang poetry, as well as listening, reading and writing techniques. We help students lay a good foundation for Chinese, while inspiring students to become people through wisdom and morality.https://minghuischoolworld.wordpress.com/
