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Literacy is Freedom

Creating brighter futures through literacy and learning

The Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation is here to create a more inclusive Australia, unlocking potential through the power of literacy and learning.

1999

Founded

17,600+

Children reached in 2024

34,800+

Resources supplied

376

Sites across Australia

Our Mission

Everyone has a story to tell

We believe everyone should be free to tell their story with confidence. For over 25 years, we have been transforming literacy and educational outcomes across Australia, creating systemic, sustainable and community-led change.

Whether it is through books for kids, championing strong literacy in prior-to-school years, supporting refugees, or helping First Nations peoples keep their languages and cultures alive, we are driven to inspire literacy and learning every day.

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What We Do

Our Programs

Empowering people through tailored support and authentic connection across 8 national programs.

Early Language & Literacy

Fostering strong oral language and early literacy development to champion educational equity.

Refugee Action Support

Helping young refugees gain vital literacy and language skills to thrive in their new home.

Indigenous First Language

Revitalising and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander First Languages.

Share-A-Book

Providing new and quality pre-loved books to communities that need them the most.

Help make literacy freedom a reality

Join us in breaking the cycle of transgenerational illiteracy and disadvantage in marginalised communities across Australia.