As we continue our reconciliation journey, it is essential to reflect on the challenges we have faced, and the key insights gained along the way. Understanding these experiences allows our organisation to strengthen our approach, refine our strategies, and build deeper, more meaningful connections. By learning from the past, we can create a more inclusive and culturally aware environment that honours the voices, histories, and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. This reflection helps guide us toward a future of shared respect, collaboration, and progress.
Our reconciliation journey has shown that strong executive sponsorship is essential to driving meaningful action. To support this, we have appointed a senior leader as our RAP Champion and Chair of the Reconciliation Working Group (RWG). The RAP Champion will lead the delivery of the Innovate RAP and ensure accountability by connecting the RWG with the Executive Committee and AV Board.
We also recognise the importance of building stronger relationships with key state-wide stakeholders, both within and outside AV, to support local engagement. To do this, we will adopt a more strategic and inclusive approach by mapping key partners and fostering regular collaboration to ensure our work reflects community voices.
Additionally, we acknowledge the importance of elevating and prioritising the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees and volunteers. We are committed to ensuring our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, volunteers and consumers are integral to organisational decision-making and will continue to enhance our approach to consultation, engagement and partnerships.
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