About our library
The SILA Library is located on our campus in Kangaroo Ground on the outskirts of Melbourne. The library contains a specialised collection for study, research, teaching and personal interest. As a language-focused organisation, the library reflects our deep love for languages and communities.
Library Resources
The SILA library provides access to resources on a variety of subjects associated with Language, Linguistics, Literacy, Anthropology, Translation, Community Development and related topics. Our collection houses approximately 38,000 print resources. It also includes scripture and scripture portions in languages from around the world, including historical and rare publications, as well as literacy primers and dictionaries from a wide range of minority languages.
We are proud of our growing collection of resources relating to the languages of Australia’s First Nations’ communities.
Join us!
Membership is free for all students and staff of SIL Australia and our partner organisations. Members of the public are also most welcome to join for a membership fee after completing the registration form.
If you require any help with your study or research, our knowledgeable staff are available to assist either in person, over the phone or via email.
Library Catalogue
The library catalogue is available for existing members who have a login. Please contact the library if you do not have a login.
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