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Translated information

Developing your own translated materials

Developing translated materials from scratch can be a complicated process.

Back in 2004, DrugInfo documented the process of developing a series of translated fact sheets. The steps outlined in the document, "Best practice in developing translated information", are a useful guide for others planning to produce translated materials of their own.

Producing translated materials can sometimes be prohibitively expensive—particularly for a non-profit organisation. Fortunately, many government departments and organisations share their free or low-cost translated materials, many of which can be downloaded from their websites.

Finding existing translated resources

Browse free resources for culturally and linguistically diverse communities, for publications available from DrugInfo.

Visit some of the websites below to search for translated information suitable for your clients.

Please note: We cannot take any responsibility for the information provided by the external organisations and websites listed below. We strongly recommend that you read the Checklist for reviewing existing translated materials [PDF: 224KB] (new window) developed by the Centre for Culture, Ethnicity and Health (CEH) before using translated resources.

ABCD parenting

Arrive Alive. State Government of Victoria. Department of Education and Training

Australian Greek Welfare Society (AGWS)

Australian National Council on AIDS, Hepatitis C and related diseases

Australian Vietnamese Women's Welfare Association

DAMEC resources

Multicultural Mental Health Australia

Narcotics Anonymous

National Inhalant Prevention Coalition

New South Wales Government. Human Services Community Services

New South Wales Government. NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

New South Wales public schools – translated documents

QUIT Victoria

Reconnexion

Victorian Government health information – Drugs and alcohol in Victoria

Western Region Health Centre

Last updated: 10 March 2011