Australia’s International Decade of Indigenous Languages logo

The Australian Government and the International Decade of Indigenous Languages Directions Group are pleased to present Australia's logo for the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022–2032). We encourage all interested parties to use this logo to demonstrate your support for the International Decade of Indigenous Languages.

The Logo

See below Australia's logo for the International Decade of Indigenous Languages:

See below Australia's cultural pattern for the International Decade of Indigenous Languages:

IDIL, International decade of Indigenous languages 2022–2032 cultural pattern full.

You can find out more about the use of the United Nation's International Decade of Indigenous Languages 2022-2032 logo here: Press kit | UNESCO.

About the Artwork

Resurgence

The art piece titled 'Resurgence' was originally developed by Goreng Goreng artist Rachael Sarra for the International Year of Indigenous Languages 2019. It has since been refreshed by Wakka Wakka artist and Executive Director of Gilimbaa, David Williams for the International Decade.

The logo and cultural pattern is a respectful celebration inspired by the notion of language being here since time immemorial. It is important to share language with the broader community to facilitate a resurgence of cultural identity and strength.

The Directions Group had a strong desire to create an Australian logo that has connection and meaning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages of Australia.

With the diversity of spoken languages across Australia, the cultural pattern respectfully acknowledges the loss and denial of languages of past times. The International Decade of Indigenous Languages affords the opportunity to continue to celebrate language and create a legacy of cultural preservation throughout Australia and beyond.

About the artists

Rachael Sarra

Rachael Sarra is an Aboriginal artist from Goreng Goreng Country and believes in the power of art to tell a story that allows people to explore complex ideas in an engaging and inclusive way.

David Williams

As a proud Wakka Wakka man, artist and Executive Director of Gilimbaa, David brings a lifetime of culture and connections to Gilimbaa.

Ownership

The logo and cultural pattern (the artwork) is to be used to promote Australia's International Decade of Indigenous Languages and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages initiatives. When using any part of the artwork, you agree to attribute the design to the artists and Gilimbaa.

To protect the integrity of the logo, intellectual property and the artist's rights we ask that you adhere to the following conditions of use when using the logo.

Logo conditions of use

The International Decade of Indigenous Languages logo and cultural pattern are to only be used in relation to Australia's response to the International Decade of Indigenous Languages and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Languages initiatives.

The artwork should not be used for promotion of unrelated projects without first consulting with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (the Department) via Indigenouslanguages@arts.gov.au

Any proposed use outside of original scope is to be negotiated with the Department.

Only use the artwork as supplied. Do not stretch, squash, warp or alter the artwork in any way.

As these designs represent both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, we ask that you please respect the artwork and follow the terms of usage. It is important to respect cultural protocol.

If you require the logo in a different file format than those provided below please contact Indigenouslanguages@arts.gov.au.

Please note: By using this image, you consent that you will not modify or use this image for commercial gain or activities unrelated to the International Decade of Indigenous Languages.