Who We Are
The Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) is a national charity of the Australian Book Industry, working with remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities across Australia.
We are Community-led, responding to requests from remote Communities for culturally relevant books, including early learning board books, resources, and programs to support Communities to create and publish their stories in languages of their choice.
Community is at the heart of all that we do
Being Community-led, Community is at the heart of all that we do, and every part of our work begins with listening. The ILF is always flexible and works within the complex desires of each Community.
Our People
As well as the strength and leadership of our Communities, we also rely on the support of those who work behind the scenes to make our Communities’ wants a reality.
Our Board
Our Board of Directors provide strategic direction and leadership, ensuring that the ILF’s vision and values are upheld as we grow and evolve.
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Our Ambassadors
Our Ambassadors and Patrons are authors, artists, educators, and advocates who support Indigenous literacy by lending their voices, platforms and expertise to our programs.
Our Staff
Every member of the ILF team is dedicated to celebrating the strengths and resilience of remote Communities, amplifying Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, and creating lasting opportunities for First Nations peoples.
Our Programs
Our work with Community has led us to the creation of our programs.
Book packs for all ages
Provides new, culturally relevant books to remote Communities across Australia.
Books and resources for early learners
Provides book kits and early learning resources to remote Community playgroups.
Books published for and by Community
Supports Communities to write and illustrate their stories in the language of their choice.