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There's always a lot happening across our programs, in Community with new books in language, and from our amazing supporters raising funds for us to continue our work.

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May 26, 2025

Bridging Now to Next: Recognising the Road to Reconciliation

Learn about the significance of National Reconciliation Week for 2025.
May 21, 2025

ILF Welcomes Jade Ritchie as New Board Member

The Indigenous Literacy Foundation ILF) is proud to welcome Jade Ritchie as an ILF Board Member.
Great Book Swap
March 11, 2025

Books, Scats and Burra (eel)! Andy Griffiths launches Great Book Swap at the Australian Museum

On Tuesday, 4 March 2025, First Nations primary school students joined Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) Lifetime Ambassador Andy Griffiths at the Australian Museum in Sydney to launch the 2025 Great Book Swap.
February 27, 2025

First Nations Students from Dawurr Boarding House in Nhulunbuy Become First-Time Authors

In a new book, Sweet Home: Stories of Country and family published by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, 28 students from Dawurr Boarding House share their heart-felt stories about what home means to them.
January 25, 2025

Reflecting, Connecting, and Celebrating First Nations Strength on Jan 26

Whatever way you engage with January 26, make sure that culture, inclusion, and connection are centred.

18 year-old author celebrates Wirangu language in new children's book

On 22 October, talented 18-year-old student Mia Speed returned to her former Lincoln Gardens Primary School in Port Lincoln, South Australia to launch her first children's book written in her Wirangu language.
November 27, 2024

Students from Tiwi College write and publish a book in just 5 days!

Two weeks ago the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) proudly supported 11 young women from Tiwi College to travel to Sydney to write and illustrate a book in a week through the Create Initiative program.Â
October 29, 2024

Cycling Around Australia, Beating the World Record, And Raising $140k for the ILF!

Lachy Morton has beaten the World Record and cycled around Australia in 30 days 9 hours and 59 minutes to raise funds for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF).
October 16, 2024

Like My Brother: Four Young Tiwi Women Dare to Dream

Like My Brother is an inspiring film about four young Tiwi women who dare to dream. This is a story of sport as a force for change and a bridge between worlds as the girls encounter triumphs and disappointments before defining success on their own terms.  The ILF is proud to promote this documentary to Australia.

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News about ILF books

All the stories about books published by Community through our Community Publishing program.

1 Million Books Reach Remote Communities Through Book Supply!
May 13, 2025

1 Million Books Reach Remote Communities Through Book Supply!

ILF's longest standing program has seen 1 million books reach Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities across remote Australia.
18 year-old author celebrates Wirangu language in new children's book
December 5, 2024

18 year-old author celebrates Wirangu language in new children's book

On 22 October, talented 18-year-old student Mia Speed returned to her former Lincoln Gardens Primary School in Port Lincoln, South Australia to launch her first children's book written in her Wirangu language.
350,000 people join search for Tjanpi the lost dog at Sydney Opera House on Indigenous Literacy Day
September 25, 2024

350,000 people join search for Tjanpi the lost dog at Sydney Opera House on Indigenous Literacy Day

On Wednesday 4 September, we celebrated Indigenous Literacy Day (ILD) with the theme: "Be A Proud Voice For Country", including launching three beautiful new bilingual books.

Significant times of celebration or reflection

NAIDOC Week, Reconciliation Week, and other times of the year dedicated to reflection.

The Next Generation: Strength Vision & Legacy
July 8, 2025

The Next Generation: Strength Vision & Legacy

NAIDOC Week is an annual celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. This important week honours those who are fighting for their Communities, pays tribute to our history, and celebrates the strengths of First Nations peoples.

Indigenous Literacy Day throughout the years

18 year-old author celebrates Wirangu language in new children's book
December 5, 2024

18 year-old author celebrates Wirangu language in new children's book

On 22 October, talented 18-year-old student Mia Speed returned to her former Lincoln Gardens Primary School in Port Lincoln, South Australia to launch her first children's book written in her Wirangu language.
350,000 people join search for Tjanpi the lost dog at Sydney Opera House on Indigenous Literacy Day
September 25, 2024

350,000 people join search for Tjanpi the lost dog at Sydney Opera House on Indigenous Literacy Day

On Wednesday 4 September, we celebrated Indigenous Literacy Day (ILD) with the theme: "Be A Proud Voice For Country", including launching three beautiful new bilingual books.
Celebrating Indigenous Literacy Day with 300,000 People!
September 25, 2023

Celebrating Indigenous Literacy Day with 300,000 People!

"What a special day - my heart is so full," said ILF Publishing Projects Editor, Cindy. This year, the ILF's Indigenous Literacy Day was watched live by over 302,654 people.

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