The Birman Society Inc. was founded in Melbourne Victoria, on 30th April, 1983 as a Society for the Appreciation and Advancement of the Sacred Cat of Burma The Society aims to: Unite members in the bonds of friendship and mutual understanding in an open forum. Raise the status of the Birman and create a high interest level and a better understanding of the breed. Provide a supportive and caring network for those associated with Birmans and to rescue and care for Birmans in distress or need. Although our main focus is the Birman breed, membership is open everyone, even if you are not an owner or breeder of a cats.