RAP in Action

Has your organisation or employer adopted a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)? 

A RAP allows organisations to continuously develop their reconciliation commitments. See more info about RAPs at Reconciliation Australia.

Although, many organisations tell us the hardest part isn't writing a RAP—it's knowing what to do next.

How do you create meaningful local engagement?

How do you involve staff?

How do you build genuine relationships with Aboriginal people and community?

How do you report on practical outcomes with confidence?

Sutherland Shire Reconciliation is developing RAP in Action - a practical local partnership designed to help organisations turn RAP commitments into meaningful community engagement.

We can help connect your organisation with opportunities to:

• volunteer in local Caring for Country projects;

• participate in National Reconciliation Week, NAIDOC Week and community events;

• support local Aboriginal initiatives;

• organise cultural learning experiences;

• connect with schools and community organisations;

• contribute skills, resources or sponsorship; and

• demonstrate practical reconciliation outcomes that support your RAP reporting.

You don't have to develop every activity yourself. By working together, organisations can share ideas, collaborate on projects and create stronger reconciliation outcomes across the Sutherland Shire.

Reconciliation isn't about being afraid of making a mistake. It's about taking respectful, practical steps together.

Check with your employer or another organisation in your network whether they have a RAP. 

If your organisation has a RAP, email us at suthsrec@gmail.com so that we can help you put it into action. 

P.S. Did you know that our local council has a RAP?