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Reconciliation Action Plan
OzChild is committed to actively supporting and taking steps toward achieving real reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and ensuring that the children in our care receive support that is both safe and culturally responsive.
OzChild is proud to launch our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) for 2025–2028. This plan marks a significant step forward in our reconciliation journey, moving from good intentions to sustained, strategic action. Our Stretch RAP is about embedding long-term, meaningful practices that support reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-First Nations Australians.
What is a Stretch RAP?
A Stretch RAP is designed for organisations that have already laid a strong foundation (through a Reflect and Innovate RAP) and are ready to drive cultural change, deepen engagement with First Nations peoples, and demonstrate leadership in reconciliation through systems change. The primary objective is to embed sustainable practices that support reconciliation at every level of our organisation.
Our areas of focus
Supporting the self-determination of First Nations peoples is at the core of our Stretch RAP.
We are committed to transferring services to Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) and delivering culturally safe care.
OzChild continues to be a courageous voice for change, advocating for reforms in child protection and youth justice.
We build collaborative relationships with SNAICC, Allies for Children, and the First Nations NGO Alliance.
We continue to strengthen cultural safety across all services and staff through:
- Mandatory cultural awareness training for all staff
- The Bridging Cultures Unit and Aboriginal Practice Leads
- Cultural Support Plans, Yarning Circles, and the Cultural Connections Review Tool which guide culturally informed care
We will design and implement a cultural governance framework to ensure:
- First Nations voices are represented and respected in decision-making
- Cultural load and responsibility are shared
- Equity and leadership development opportunities
Alongside actions to support our commitment – our Stretch RAP focusses on addressing racism as a standalone action area with its own deliverables.
OzChild’s Stretch
Reconciliation Action Plan
You can view our previous Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan here.
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