Are you a
blak creator?

Are you a First Nations storyteller, illustrator or publishing professional? Join the Collective. 

First Stories Collective is growing a national network of First Nations creators and publishing professionals. We want to make it easier to find connection, culturally grounded professional development, practical opportunities and information that is relevant to you. 
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You do not need to be published, represented or part of an existing organisation to join the Collective. You can connect at any stage of your creative or professional journey. 

What you may hear about 

  • Upcoming First Stories Collective activities: including national gatherings, workshops and professional development. 
  • Funding opportunities as they become available. 
  • Invitations to contribute to advocacy and sector conversations. 
  • First Nations literary events and professional opportunities. 
  • News from the Collective and ways to help shape its future direction. 

Invitation to contribute

FSC is still growing. We know not every voice, place or practice has yet been represented. By connecting with the Collective, you can tell us who you are, what you do, what support would be meaningful and how you would like to be involved. 
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Everything in its season. You can connect with FSC at any stage of your creative or professional journey. 

This work is not fixed. It continues to evolve—shaped by community, culture and collective responsibility. We are committed to: 

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  • Ensuring diverse people, communities, Countries and creative practices are part of the work 
  • Creating stronger feedback loops and communication pathways 
  • Remaining open to challenge, reflection and guidance 
  • Listening deeply and responding with integrity 
  • Strengthening shared cultural governance and First Nations leadership 

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This work is co-designed. It is responsive. It belongs to the Collective. 
Your information will be treated with care and used only in accordance with the consent choices provided in the form. 

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First Stories Collective acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Countries on which our partners, creators and communities live, work and share stories. We pay respect to Elders past and present and recognise that these lands always were and always will be Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. 

First Stories Collective is delivered in partnership by Blak & Bright and Magabala Books, with support from the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.

Artwork by ENOKi