1. Relationships
1.1.1 Review the Terms of Reference for the RWG and amend
if needed with approval from the CEO.
1.1.2 Review the representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples on the RWG and extend invites to additional
members if needed.
1.1.3 Meet at least twice per year to monitor and report on
RAP implementation.
1.1 The KU RAP Working Group
(RWG) actively monitors RAP
development and implementation
of actions, tracking progress and
reporting
November 2016
Manager, Aboriginal & Torres
Strait Islander Programs
General Manager, Early
Education Inclusion
November 2016
Timeline
Chairperson, RWG
Responsibility
October & November 2016
June & November 2017
March, June & August 2018
1.1.4 Consult with the KU Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Chairperson, Aboriginal &
October & November 2016
Reference Group to provide cultural advice and guidance.
Torres Strait Islander Reference June & November 2017
Group
March, June & August 2018
1.1.5 RWG oversees the development, endorsement and
Chief Executive Officer
October 2016
launch of the RAP.
1.1.6 RWG oversees implementation and evaluation of the
Chief Executive Officer
October 2018
RAP, and reports on progress.
1.2 Celebrate and participate in
1.2.1 Organise at least one event for NRW at Central Office
Chairperson, Aboriginal & Tor- 27 May - 3 June 2017, 2018
National Reconciliation Week
each year.
res Strait Islander Reference
(NRW) by providing opportunities
Group
to build and maintain relationships 1.2.2 Register each event via the Reconciliation Australia NRW Manager, Aboriginal & Torres 27 May - 3 June 2017, 2018
between Aboriginal and Torres
website.
Strait Islander Programs
Strait Islander peoples and other
Australians
Deliverable
Action
Strengthen relationships and connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.
“Experiencing belonging – knowing where and with whom you belong – is integral to human existence. Children belong first to a family, a cultural
group, a neighbourhood and a wider community. Belonging acknowledges children’s interdependence with others and the basis of relationships
in defining identities. In early childhood, and throughout life, relationships are crucial to a sense of belonging. Belonging is central to being and
becoming in that it shapes who children are and who they can become”. Early Years Learning Framework for Australia (2009)
At the core of KU’s business are relationships that are built on trust and respect. As part of this RAP, KU’s learning and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander ways of knowing and being will strengthen existing, and build new, mutual and reciprocal relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families,
communities, services and organisations. The fostering of community participation and connections will support KU in developing partnerships with Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander families and providing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children with a sense of identity and belonging within their communities.
Focus Area