First Nations Communications and Translation Services

At Ethnolink, we offer a dedicated Indigenous Communications and Engagement service to support organisations wanting to connect with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

With experience delivering in-language communications across the Central and Western Desert, the Top End, the Kimberley, Far North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, we work in partnership with communities to create campaigns and messaging that is culturally respectful and easy to understand. Our team has supported national and local campaigns with translation, voiceover, and creative services.

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Our Approach

We work alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander translators, creatives, researchers, and community members to shape content that is relevant, respectful, and appropriate for the people it’s meant for. Whether we’re developing written materials, creative content (such as graphics or videos), or end-to-end campaign strategies, our process is grounded in consultation directly with the community.

We understand that each community is unique. Our team helps you identify the right language, tone, and delivery method for your message. We also adapt content using plain language or Easy English where needed, and offer creative formats like animated videos and audio recordings—proven to work well in many communities.

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We support you with end-to-end services that put First Nations voices at the centre—helping your message reach people in the right way.

Professional translators with proven experience

We provide professional translation services in select Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages. Our translators are thoroughly assessed and carefully selected for proven professional and community experience in providing translation services. With our trust-based approach to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander translation services, adapted from our ISO-certified Quality Translation System, we guarantee high-quality and reliable translations each time. For more information on what languages we offer written translation services in, get in touch with our team today.
Audiovisual translations to complement your campaign

We highly recommend using audiovisual communication modes to communicate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our suite of audiovisual translation services include: • Full multilingual video production (animated or live action) • Recruitment of voice talent • Subtitling services Engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities effectively with audio recordings, videos, and more.
Our community-led approach to designing impactful campaigns

We offer a full suite of community-led solutions to help you develop effective communications campaigns for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, including: • Multicultural research, such as in-language focus groups and surveys • Graphic design and asset development • Language services • Culturally adapted communications • Community checking As part of our community-led approach, we involve key stakeholders and community members through community and language consultations, each step of the way.