Vision
Economic Development Australia is a nationally recognised network of economic development professionals, fostering prosperity in communities across Australia.
Mission
Economic Development Australia is the national peak body for economic development professionals; building capacity, promoting excellence and providing leadership on issues that matter to our members.
Guiding Principles
Economic Development Australia’s activities are underpinned by four guiding principles:
- Fostering a community of professionals
- Promoting a culture of economic development excellence
- Delivering influence and leadership on issues that matter to our members
- Operating at best-practice governance standards
Established in 2007, EDA has over 1100 members across Australia. The organisation is represented by State Practitioner Networks in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia and the Territories
Membership is available for corporates and individuals.
Available Documents
Download a copy of our Strategic Plan.
Download our 2018/19 Annual Report
Membership Cohort
Click the map below to view a live map of EDA’s current members: