Statement of Commitment and Reconciliation Action Plan (2017-2020)
Regret
• Education about Australia’s history through offering cultural experiences
• Regular prayer for reconciled relationships in Australia
Recognition
• Placement of a plaque to recognize traditional custodianship
• Acknowledgement of country at all services, events and activities
Respect
• Annual service and celebration of Reconciliation
• Annual giving of financial support to an Indigenous organization
Relationship
• Connecting with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups
• Strengthening our relationship with Indigenous Hospitality House (IHH), Carlton
Responsibility
• Responsibility for the implementation of the plan is held by the Vicar and Parish Council
Review
• Annual report to the parish
• Action Plan review after two years, to renew the plan for 2021-2023
2019 Pilgrimage
In July of 2019, a number of our Reconciliation Action Group members travelled to the Northern Territory as part of a pilgrimage to meet local people and communities, and learn about the rich Aboriginal history in this land.
