November 28, 2022 - National and State Libraries Australasia

Response: Interim report on stand-alone legislation to protect and commercialise Indigenous Knowledge

As custodians of a large volume of collection materials relating to and created by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, languages and cultures, NSLA’s Australian member libraries acknowledge our collective, individual and moral responsibilities to ensure that management and access is culturally informed and respectful. NSLA libraries support the creation of First Nations-led stand-alone legislation to protect ICIP and IK.

Statement of support: Tandanya Adelaide Declaration

NSLA libraries are committed to supporting the Tandanya Adelaide Declaration’s themes: knowledge authorities, property and ownership, recognition and identity, research and access, and self-determination.

Response: Professional Pathways consultation

NSLA’s response to the ALIA Professional Pathways Consultation Paper supports the program’s overall intent and direction, including the introduction of alternative pathways to the library profession in addition to the continuation of formal LIS courses.