Purpose
The First Nations Languages Program (FNLP) appropriation is to assist schools with the additional resourcing required to work in partnership with local Language Custodians to co-design, co-plan and co-deliver Aboriginal language programs and Torres Strait Islander language programs in schools.
Duration of program
Ongoing
Eligibility
All state schools are eligible to express interest in the program.
Allocation of funds
Total budget for 2025-26 is $300,000.
It is expected that schools applying for the FNLP appropriation will be at different stages of co-designing and co-delivering with the Custodians of the languages.
In 2025-26, the department is offering 2 levels of funding:
$7,500 for those schools who are at the early stages of developing relationships with Language Custodians and are not yet teaching. These funds could be utilised for consultation with Language Custodians and initial research about the language program
$15,000 to those who already have established relationships, an ongoing advisory group and are beginning or already teaching language as a subject area. These funds could be utilised for curriculum development, employment of staff and professional development.
Payment details
| On approval of application | January 2026
| 100% |
Data requirements
| Application form—via online application process | Confirmation with OneSchool/Centre Information System (CIS)/spreadsheet held by First Nations Strategy and Partnerships | By COB Tuesday 7 October 2025 |
| Budget—via online application process | Attached to online application | By COB Tuesday 7 October 2025 |
| Letter of Support from Language Custodians—submitted via online application process | Attached to online application | By COB Tuesday 7 October 2025 |
| Regional endorsement—submitted via online application process | Attached to online application | By COB Tuesday 7 October 2025 |
Recoupment policy
Schools receive funds based on delivery of agreed language program activities. If a school is unable to deliver the program as planned, recoupments of residual funding may be requested from the school.
How to apply
Via online application form detailing:
- language program plan, milestones, outcomes and budget
- letter(s) of support from local Language Custodians.
Further information
More information is available by contacting Languages and Cultures team.
Contact
Manager
Languages and Cultures
First Nations Strategy and Partnerships Division
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Programs
Corporate and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services
Phone: (07) 3034 5073
Email:
LanguagesCultures.FNSP@qed.qld.gov.au