Reconciliation Action Plan
Dementia Australia's Reconciliation Action Plan reaffirms its commitment to making reconciliation a core part of our culture, systems, and every aspect of our work.
Image credit: Empowering Equality through Community, Inclusion & Culture, artwork by Nikita Ridgeway, Bundjalung/Birip Artist
Acknowledgement of Country
We stand on the shoulders of 1,600 generations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
We acknowledge and pay respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia, who are the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters and of the oldest continuous living culture on Earth.
We pay respects to Elders past and present.
We recognise that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples must have a genuine say in the design and delivery of services that affect them for better life outcomes to be achieved.
Dementia Australia’s reconciliation purpose
At Dementia Australia, we envision a future where every individual affected by Dementia experiences care that is culturally informed and responsive, community-driven, and grounded in dignity and respect.
We recognise and celebrate the rich diversity of cultures, histories, and identities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. We are committed to enhancing the cultural capability of our workforce, stakeholders and fostering reconciliation alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities as we embark on this important journey.
Dementia Australia is committed to walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as an ally, advocate, and learner.
Our values: ALICE
Why is Dementia Australia developing a Reflect RAP?
Through the implementation of our RAP, we are committed to integrating reconciliation as a core operational imperative, embedding the dimensions of reconciliation across all functions, policies and practices of our organisation. We commit to ongoing partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities in implementing and monitoring this Reconciliation Action Plan.
Race relations
Positive two-way relationships built on trust and respect exist between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous Australians throughout society.
Equality and equity
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples participate equally in a range of life opportunities and the unique rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are recognised and upheld.
Institutional integrity
The active support of reconciliation by the nation’s political, business and community structures.
Unity
An Australian society that values and recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and heritage as a proud part of a shared national identity.
Historical acceptance
All Australians understand and accept the wrongs of the past and their impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Australia makes amends for past policies and practices ensures these wrongs are never repeated.
