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Indigenous Languages and Arts - Closed Non-Competitive and Strategic Grant Opportunity 2026-27

Funding
Varies
Region
Commonwealth
Closing Date
15 March 2026
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Overview

The ILA Program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians to express, conserve and maintain their cultures through Indigenous languages and arts activities. Participation in the Closed Non-Competitive Grant Opportunity, including the Strategic Grant Opportunity is by invitation only and will support the Indigenous languages and arts sector to: strengthen and grow the Indigenous languages sector by directly contributing to the Australian Government’s priorities for Indigenous languages strengthen and revitalise Australian Indigenous languages provide funding stability for Indigenous language centre (ILC) operations provide funding stability for language activities delivered to support the broader languages sector support secure and sustainable employment and skills development for the Indigenous language sector fund strategic activities addressing identified Indigenous language and arts priorities Eligibility: Participation in the Closed Non-Competitive Grant Opportunit

Eligibility Requirements

121003 - Humanities

Who Can Apply

Sme

Relevant Industries

IndigenousArtsCulture

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the official government portal. Review the eligibility criteria carefully before applying, and ensure all supporting documents are prepared.

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Disclaimer: Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines on the official program page before applying.

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