Established in 2010, the Code is designed to ensure the fair and ethical treatment of First Nations artists.

A woman paints on a canvas.
Image: Gaetana Bob, Areyonga. Image courtesy of Nungalinya College.

Following a competitive procurement process, Cox Inall Ridgeway has been selected to head the review, ensuring First Nations leadership of this important work.

The Indigenous Art Code is a voluntary set of rules and guidelines that dealers commit to follow to ensure the fair and ethical treatment of First Nations artists, providing clear standards so that dealings between dealers and artists are respectful and transparent.

The Government committed to review the Indigenous Art Code as part of Revive, Australia's National Cultural Policy, to strengthen protections for First Nations artists and consumers across the country.

It complements the Government's broader work to safeguard First Nations traditional knowledge and cultural expressions, including through the development of standalone legislation to address the harm cause by 'fake art', merchandise and souvenirs.