We are a national book industry charity, which aims to reduce the disadvantage experienced by children in remote Indigenous communities across Australia, by lifting literacy levels and instilling a lifelong love of reading. We do this through our three core programs:
We gift new, culturally appropriate books to communities that need them. We have supplied over 350,000 books to over 280 remote communities in our lifetime.
An early literacy program designed to encourage reading in children under five, and inspire their families and carers to get involved. Some Book Buzz books are translated into first language.
We have published 90 books written by community, some in their first language, with support from many of Australia's renowned authors and illustrators.
We have had many generous supporters throughout the year, donating, hosting fundraisers, and raising awarness for our Foundation. We are now asking for your support this end of year to...
In isolated Gununa on Mornington Island in the Gulf of Carpentaria, it’s impossible to buy a book at the community store because none are stocked. But books from the ILF...
This week, Jetstar announced our Foundation as the latest recipient of a $30,000 Flying Start grant. The grant will help us provide over 280 Indigenous communities across the country with books...
The Indigenous Literacy Foundation works as an initiative of the Australian Book Industry with the support of:
The Indigenous Literacy Foundation is registered with the ACNC and is a Public Benevolent Institution with DGR1 and TCC status. ABN 45 146 631 843.
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