At UnitingSA, we strive towards a compassionate, respectful and just Australia in which all people participate and flourish.
We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander peoples as the First Australians.
We are committed to celebrating the culture and heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as striving for lasting change and equality.
We’re pleased to begin development of our new Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) in late 2025.
UnitingSA is proud to have a long history of engagement will Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, which began with the launch of our inaugural Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Inclusion Strategy in 2011.
Our new RAP will outline the tangible actions we’ll take to develop stronger relationships, respect and opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It will be developed by our employee-driven Reconciliation Action Group, in consultation with KWY, an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that aims to improve the outcomes and wellbeing for Aboriginal people.
Together we can build brighter futures through respect and understanding.
A Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is a strategic document that supports an organisation’s business plan. It includes practical actions that will drive an organisation’s contribution to reconciliation both internally and in the communities in which it operates.
The RAP Program contributes to advancing the five dimensions of reconciliation by supporting organisations to develop respectful relationships and create meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Each of the four RAP types (Reflect, Innovate, Stretch, Elevate) set out the minimum elements required from an organisation to build strong relationships, respect and opportunities within the organisation and community.
You can find out more about Reconciliation Action Plans (RAP) by visiting the Reconciliation Australia website.
RAPs are making a difference across Australia in workplaces, universities, schools, government and community organisations. The RAP framework enables organisations to contribute to reconciliation by:
Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) will be developed by an employee-driven Reconciliation Action Group, in consultation with KWY, an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation that delivers services centred around the diversity, vibrancy and wisdom of Aboriginal cultures. Final endorsement will be provided by the UnitingSA Executive Team and Board of Directors.
If you are a community member or stakeholder and would like to provide feedback on our RAP, we would love to hear from you. Please contact UnitingSA’s RAP Committee by emailing RAPCommittee@unitingsa.com.au.
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“I was in such a dark place for years and my mental health issues meant I couldn’t see anything straight. With the help of my support worker, I started to feel comfortable in my own skin and now I am even working again. I will always remember how I recovered with the help I received through UnitingSA.”
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