The Los Angeles Australian Film and Television Association (LAAFTA) was founded in May 2001.

It provides a forum and meeting place for film and television industry professionals to view Australian films.

LAAFTA's mission is to create an environment where Australians and Americans can foster strong and long lasting relationships in the entertainment industry through Australian screen culture and the individuals who create it.

Goals

1. Celebrate and promote the work of Australian film and television makers.
2. Create a Los Angeles-based networking forum for professionals working in the film, television and allied industries who are Australian or who have a close association with Australia.
3. Increase the visibility of the Los Angeles-based Australian film and television community.
4. Provide a vehicle for raising the profile of Australian film and television productions.