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Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan October 2017–October 2019 MESSAGE from the CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Churches of Christ in Queensland Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan October 2017–October 2019 MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER I acknowledge the Traditional We have been working towards greater built environment so that the places in which we Custodians of the lands on which recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and work and provide services are welcoming and offer a sense of cultural safety to Aboriginal and we work, walk and live. I pay my Torres Strait Islander staff, have established an Inclusion and Diversity team, identified Torres Strait Islander peoples. respects to Elders past and present and community engagement roles, and piloted As we implement our second Innovate RAP, our acknowledge the young people who cultural capability training for our staff. are the future Elders, who will carry with commitment to reconciliation has not faded and our determination remains strong. We have the them the stories, history and wisdom But we still have a long way to go. As we implemented the first Reconciliation Action foundations we need to stay focused over the of our world’s oldest living culture. Plan, we were challenged by the need to listen next two years as we walk towards reconciliation more deeply to Aboriginal and Torres Strait along with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander I am proud to present our second Innovate Islander people and better understand that Elders, communities, colleagues and friends. Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and the actions we must change how we do things if we are to Churches of Christ in Queensland will take as achieve our goals. To address these challenges, we continue on our journey of reconciliation. our second Innovate RAP has an even stronger Since the launch of our first RAP in 2015, which focus on building respectful relationships. began a new era of recognition and commitment It explores how we include Aboriginal and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples Torres Strait Islander peoples’ views and Dr Paul Scully for our organisation, we have successfully voices across all levels of our organisation Chief Executive Officer implemented a range of actions across our and services. We will also be doing more to business. We have built stronger relationships increase cultural learning opportunities for with communities and new partnerships all staff, provide tailored information and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations. We procured $1.3 million worth of employees and volunteers and will continue to goods and services from businesses accredited review our core service delivery models to be by Supply Nation in the 2015-16 financial year progressively more culturally inclusive. We also and $2.2 million in 2016-17 financial year. understand the importance of improving our Bringing the light of Christ into communities Churches of Christ in Queensland | Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan | October 2017–October 2019 MESSAGE FROM COUNCIL AND BOARD Our Artwork – On behalf of the Council and Board of Churches of Christ in Queensland, it gives me great ‘Bringing the Light’ pleasure to express our strong support and ongoing commitment to the reconciliation process via this, our second Innovate RAP. Whilst This artwork has been created by Jenna Lee, recognising the past injustices of our shared Larrakia descendant and Senior Artist from histories, this RAP reaffirms our commitment creative agency Gilimbaa, who specialise in to reducing the effects of the inequalities creating Indigenous designs and campaigns. experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in the areas of health, housing, It was commissioned to represent how education and employment. Churches of Christ Churches of Christ in Queensland supports in Queensland acknowledges the unique those in our care. strengths and richness of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and values At the centre sits an individual – happy, the opportunities provided by our Innovate RAP healthy and whole. Surrounded and to develop lasting beneficial relationships. embraced by their family and primary carers, whose warmth keeps the individual’s We are grateful to Reconciliation Australia for fire bright. Protecting the individual and Connecting the artwork is the representation the leadership they provide in assisting us to their family from the darkness are their of a string game. This game was and is develop and launch our second Reconciliation community, represented by the green ring. played as a part of some Aboriginal and Action Plan (2017-2019). Supporting everyone is Churches of Christ Torres Strait Island cultures and is played in Queensland, represented in purple. by boys and girls, as well as adults. It is a mechanism for storytelling and bonding as The happy and supported individual has it is almost always played by two people. In light radiating out, slowly taking over the this artwork, the string game also represents Geoff Charles Gary Edwards darkness, bringing light to all those they the pathways and connections that link and Chair of Council, Chair of the Board come in contact with. lead to the individual we support. Conference President Churches of Christ in Queensland | Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan | October 2017–October 2019 1 OUR VISION FOR RECONCILIATION Churches of Christ in Queensland exists to The next steps bring the light of Christ into communities. For us this means building safe, inclusive, We know there is no single path to respectful and compassionate communities reconciliation, nor is there a finish line. where individuals experience belonging and What we do know is our Innovate RAP points have opportunities to reach their potential. us in the right direction, and that if we are doing a good job, we can expect to see the Our Council, Board and Executive Team are following outcomes: strongly committed to reconciliation and lead We attract and retain an increasing number the organisation towards greater inclusion, of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander understanding and engagement of Aboriginal employees who have access to training and Torres Strait Islander peoples. and development leading to improved Engagement in the process of reconciliation career options. builds on our vision, guiding our staff and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander volunteers to learn from Aboriginal and employees and volunteers feel valued, Torres Strait Islander peoples – to develop listened to and confident in the cultural friendships, share culture, and provide a space knowledge and skills they provide to for deep listening and growing respect. the organisation. By harnessing the expertise of our Aboriginal Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and Torres Strait Islander employees, getting to members are professionally supported know local Elders and communities in the areas and engaged in the development and we live and work, and by learning from the implementation of an Aboriginal and Torres individuals, families and seniors we support Strait Islander Employee Support Network. we will become well placed to respond to the many opportunities and challenges that we face together. 2 Churches of Christ in Queensland | Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan | October 2017–October 2019 Our staff and volunteers across all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples locations demonstrate a knowledge and see Churches of Christ in Queensland as understanding of Aboriginal and Torres an organisation with which they wish to Strait Islander peoples, histories, be associated. and cultures. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples Our staff and volunteers across all locations feel safe and have a sense of belonging have the knowledge, capacity and desire when they access our services. to build strong working relationships Our staff and volunteers across all locations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander recognise and celebrate significant days for peoples – including colleagues, clients and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. community members. We are a workplace that supports Aboriginal Our staff and volunteers participate in and Torres Strait Islander businesses activities to share and promote Aboriginal and initiatives as well as like-minded and Torres Strait Islander cultures and organisations working towards reconciliation. encourage reconciliation. Our internal documentation, policies and Services and groups across all of our procedures are culturally inclusive. locations seek to connect with local Elders in order to develop knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the area in which they operate. Churches of Christ in Queensland | Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan | October 2017–October 2019 3 OUR BUSINESS Churches of Christ in Queensland has been an residential aged care services, mission action An exciting development over recent active part of the community for more than 130 partnerships and global mission projects. years has been the establishment of our years. We have a significant presence with over Strategic Action Leadership Teams (SALTs). Currently 75 employees identify as Aboriginal 300 services in more than 100 communities in A SALT is an innovative concept that brings Queensland from Cairns in the north, the Tweed and/or Torres Strait Islander and we are seeking together members from Churches of Christ Coast in the South, Mt Isa and Cunnamulla to increase both the numbers and the support in Queensland management and staff, local in the West and numerous
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