All Australian states have a language teacher association under the umbrella of the AFMLTA.
The term ‘modern’ is used for historical reasons and is not intended to exclude any language.
The AFMLTA believes that there is value in all language learning and is accordingly interested in promoting the teaching and learning of any language (ancient, modern, ‘community’, Aboriginal, traditional, international, European, Asian or other).
The role of the AFMLTA is to promote language learning in Australia.
The AFMLTA is affiliated with the internationally recognised language teaching association, the Fédération Internationale des Professeurs de Langues Vivantes (FIPLV) and actively participates in its work.