Public libraries

Australian National Early Literacy Summit, 7-8 March 2016 Canberra

This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) from the summit provides an overview of the vision and mission of the United Way organisation.

Australian National Early Literacy Summit, 7-8 March 2016 Canberra

This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) from the summit provides an overview of early literacy programs in NSW public libraries.

Australian National Early Literacy Summit, 7-8 March 2016 Canberra

This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) from the summit provides an overview of the 'Read for Life' program facilitated by Victorian public libraries.

Australian National Early Literacy Summit, 7-8 March 2016 Canberra

This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) from the summit provides an overview of issues influencing early childhood literacy and learning.

Australian National Early Literacy Summit, 7-8 March 2016 Canberra

This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) from the summit provides an overview of policy issues influencing early childhood literacy and learning in Australia.

Australian National Early Literacy Summit, 7-8 March 2016 Canberra

This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) from the summit provides an overview of the 'First 5 forever' program in Queensland.

The aim of the National Early Literacy Summit is to spark debate about what a National Early Literacy Strategy for Australia might include and how it would help deliver the best results, building on existing work such as the Australian Literacy Educators’ Association’s "Declaration of Literacy in 21st Century Australia" and Victorian Libraries' "Reading and Literacy for All".

This document contains a snapshot of some of the innovative programs, events and activities taking place over the last 12 months or so in Australian public libraries. It features nearly 60 examples, which give together some idea of the variety of what’s happening all around the country.

The ALIA Australian Public Library Alliance (APLA) is the peak body for public libraries in Australia. Our committee comprises the chair of every state-based public library association, a senior representative from the ACT, Northern Territory and Tasmanian library services, and expert members. We represent 94% of all the 1500 public libraries across Australia through membership subscription.

The 2019-2022 ALIA Australian Public Library Alliance National strategy and action plan builds on the previous plan for 2015-2018 and the national vision and framework for Australian public libraries 2010-2015 within the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Strategic priorities and actions for the next three years are:

1. National public library collaboration and advocacy

2. Supporting literacy and lifelong learning

3. Informed and connected citizens

4. Digital inclusion

5. Personal development and wellbeing

The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) submission in response to the Senate Community Affairs Reference Committee Inquiry into ParentsNext, including its trial and subsequent broader rollout.