Indigenous Literacy Day
Presentation Type
Presentation
Start Date
2-9-2026 12:00 AM
Description
Indigenous Literacy Day is an annual event celebrated on the first Wednesday of September in Australia to raise awareness about literacy challenges in remote First Nations communities and to celebrate their cultures, languages, and stories. Hosted by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF), the day focuses on improving access to books and learning resources for Indigenous children, highlighting the importance of stories that are culturally relevant and reflect their worlds.
Recommended Citation
Institute, Nulungu Research, "Indigenous Literacy Day" (2026). Nulungu Community Events. 18.
https://researchonline.nd.edu.au/nulungu_communityevents/01/schedule/18
Indigenous Literacy Day
Indigenous Literacy Day is an annual event celebrated on the first Wednesday of September in Australia to raise awareness about literacy challenges in remote First Nations communities and to celebrate their cultures, languages, and stories. Hosted by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF), the day focuses on improving access to books and learning resources for Indigenous children, highlighting the importance of stories that are culturally relevant and reflect their worlds.
