Reconciliation
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land, whose cultures are the oldest living continuous cultures in human history. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land, whose cultures are the oldest living continuous cultures in human history. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land, whose cultures are the oldest living continuous cultures in human history. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Our Vision for Reconciliation
Our vision for Reconciliation is an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are treated as equals, have their voices heard, and have their culture and histories valued and respected.
We are committed to supporting a strong and connected future for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and all Australians, by providing equal opportunity to access housing and shelter for people experiencing disadvantage, and specialist community services for people experiencing homelessness, domestic and family violence and/or exiting prison.
Key Achievements
Reflect RAP 2024-2025
- Housing Plus held Reconciliation Week events inviting the Elders of our communities to come and have a yarn with staff about their experiences and their culture.
- Supported local NAIDOC Committees to run their events and encourage all staff to attend local events and held an Elders Lunch in Orange during NAIDOC Week.
- Increase staff’s understanding of the purpose and significance behind cultural protocols, including Acknowledgement of Country and Welcome to Country protocols, developing an understanding of the local Traditional Owners or Custodians of the lands and waters within our organisation’s operational area.
- Development of our Innovative RAP, the next step in our journey towards Reconciliation
- Develop a consultation plan outlining areas for potential input from representatives of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community for use in future developments
- Research Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander needs and requirements for consideration during the development of new homes and renovations and upgrades of existing homes
- Reviewed and consulted on the effectiveness of our Aboriginal Recruitment and Retention Plan
- Continue to support and meet with Nguluway our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employee’s group to inform the cultural safety of our services.
Our Reconciliation Action Plan
