National Indigenous Legal Conference 2026

Ngalaya Indigenous Corporation is proud to host the 19th National Indigenous Legal Conference (NILC) in Canberra on Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country, from 7–8 December 2026.

Held annually since 2006 and hosted in different cities across Australia, NILC brings together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous legal professionals, students, scholars, advocates and community leaders from across the country. Save the Date NILC post

The conference provides an important forum to examine and discuss legal, justice and social issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, share knowledge and experience, strengthen professional connections and foster collaboration across the legal community.

NILC 2026 also provides an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the achievements of First Nations people across the legal profession. The program will culminate in the Gala Dinner and National First Nations Law Awards, celebrating excellence, contribution and leadership within the profession. Save the Date NILC post

Both the conference and Gala Dinner will be held at the National Convention Centre Canberra. Save the Date NILC post

Further details on speakers, sessions and the program will be announced in the lead-up to the conference.