Welcome to our website:
IK is a broad term that covers a range of knowledge held and continually developed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Even though the word ‘traditional’ is often used to describe this concept, it's important to remember that IK continues to evolve.
If you want to learn more about IK, have a look at the video below and check out our video series.
Learn about Indigenous Knowledge and IP.
We use the above definition to cover knowledge that could form part of an IP right. Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) is another term that's sometimes used interchangeably with IK. They're similar concepts but ICIP can have a broader scope.
Along with its personal and community value, IK can be a valuable asset and part of your business in many ways. If you want to work with IK, IP can offer some types of protection.
We regularly release publications, research and consultations on ways to improve the protection of IK in the IP system.
Check out our case studies for insights on how businesses are using the different elements of IP to commercialise their ideas.
For regular updates, join our mailing list.
If you're using Indigenous Knowledge (IK) to create something new and unique, IP rights can legally protect aspects of the IK and contribute to your product's value.
We're committed to providing an intellectual property (IP) system that helps promote and protect the knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Here's what we're doing to support this.
There are four types of IP you can register through IP Australia.