[@SimpleWriter]Considering the Metroid Canon is thrown mostly out the window here in places, the Collective was a thing I made up in the CS, the GM approved it. 

Basically, they are a relief group that collects data, helps rebuild with others, helps advancement in tech, and cultures. 

Sorta picture the Citadel from Mass Effect. While The Collective isn't... Canon to Metroid. 
It was just a fun idea the GM and I agreed on. 

They're basically "If the Federation was Ethical." XD