Overview

The First Nations Media Australia is the peak body for First Nations broadcasting, media and communications. Founded in 2001 as the peak body for remote Indigenous media and communications (IRCA), we undertook a structural change and expanded our membership and role to become the national peak body in 2016. We are located in Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, with members and our Board of Directors located across Australia. Committed to the development of our industry, First Nations Media Australia provides forums, networks and resources to support First Nations media organisations and workers to upskill and build their capacity. Our activities also include regular newsletters and industry updates, networking events and meetings, annual awards, policy development, research and data collection, content sharing, and industry promotions. We continue to advocate for digital inclusion and access to relevant media services in our communities nationally. Up to 105 Remote Indigenous Broadcasting Services (RIBS), 33 additional licensed retransmission sites across Australia, 8 Remote Indigenous Media Organisations (RIMOs) and 28 urban and regional First Nations radio services are eligible for representation by First Nations Media Australia. While we all work in different ways and different places across Australia, it is important to work together toward innovative solutions for the challenges faced by our media industry. Together we can build a powerful and connected vision for generations to come.