Aboriginal Literacy Foundation

ALF at the World Literacy Summit 2018 Oxford, England

Events

The Aboriginal Literacy Foundation was well represented at the World Literacy Summit in Oxford, England held on the 26th to the 29th of March. As well as papers given to the conference on Aboriginal education, the Chair of the World Literacy Council was the ALF CEO, Tony Cree. An important part of the Opening Ceremony […]

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Bankwest Curtain Economics Centre reveals alarming disparities in educational advantage

Books for Learning, NT, QLD, WA

As our EOFY Northern Australian Books Campaign draws to a close, we would like to acknowledge all our wonderful supporters who donated the Aboriginal Literacy Foundation this year. The support far exceeded expectations and we are looking forward to the task of distributing resources among all those parents and educators who are passionate about educating […]

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CEO Addresses Federal Parliament Committee on Indigenous Affairs

VIC

On the 31st of March, our CEO, Tony Cree was invited to address the Federal Parliament Standing Committee on Indigenous Affairs. Tony had submitted a report earlier in the year on access to education and difference models on Indigenous Education. The committee was chaired by Ms Melissa Price, the Federal Member for Durack in Western […]

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New Homework Program to open in Hamilton, Victoria

Homework Clubs, Tuition, VIC

The Aboriginal Literacy Foundation is delighted to announce the opening of a new Indigenous Homework Program in Hamilton, Western Victoria. This extends our reach across Victoria and is the first of two new study programs planned for 2016, with Bairnsdale to follow. The coordinator of the classes will be Donald White who will tutor with Pauline […]

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ASPIRE – Girls Program

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Digital Literacy Hub

The Digital Literacy Hub (DLH) project aims to bring to one interactive, digital platform...

Attain

The Attain Progam (formerly Reach for the Sky) was designed and deployed first in...

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Gambay - First Languages is an interactive map showcasing language across Australia. Spend some time and discover how we are more than one language.
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Gambay - First Languages Map

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Mapping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages.

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We love hearing about the Indigenous youth who are excited to learn, not only for themselves but learning to teach others.
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'Bush university' graduates from Arnhem Land begin studies in Sydney

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Indigenous students have come from Ngukurr in southern Arnhem Land to start their tertiary studies in Sydney. Most of them had never left their home before.

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"Once you learn to read and write, it opens up a whole plethora of things," the foundation's executive director Jack Beetson said." Excellent work undertaken by Literacy for Life.
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Adult literacy lessons transforming Aboriginal communities

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For the first time in his life, Michael Moloney, 42, is excited to go to school.

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We'd like to wish all our supporters a safe and joyous holiday season. We are so grateful to all those who entrust us to work towards such an important cause and we hope to have your support again in 2019.

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Give the gift of Literacy! goo.gl/7yoLLv
A book is more than a stocking stuffer; it opens a world of opportunities.
This year, we are working with 48 schools in remote and regional areas of Queensland to ensure books are available to children in need this Christmas. We hope you consider supporting our work. ... See MoreSee Less

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The Aboriginal Literacy Foundation is inviting expressions of interest to take part in a new online tutoring program. Places are open to all students with an Indigenous background.

Partnering with needatutor.com.au, we look forward to exploring online solutions to break down barriers to education. Forms can be downloaded from goo.gl/R47uS2 ... See MoreSee Less

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Books to the North

Our massive Northern Australian Book project has commenced and we need your support to reach out to as many Indigenous children as we can. Follow the link to donate today.

2018 Mid Year Newsletter

Our Mid Year Newsletter is online!

Books for Learning

The Books for Learning program provides literacy resources to help enhance reading and learning at home by encouraging children to read, and also parents to read with their children.