National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
The dates for NRW remain the same each year – 27 May to 3 June – and commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey.
The first milestone was the successful 1967 referendum when more than 90 per cent of Australians voted 'yes' to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to be given the right to vote as citizens in this country. The second milestone was the historic High Court Mabo land rights decision, which led to the legal recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodian of lands. This decision paved the way for Native Title.
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2024, Now More Than Ever, is a reminder to all of us that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will – and must – continue.
Now more than ever, we need to tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation. Reconciliation supporters must stand up to defend and uphold the rights of First Nations peoples. To call out racism wherever we encounter it, and to actively reinforce the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across this continent.
It is a reminder that now more than ever, the work continues in treaty making, truth-telling, understanding, and education. And, now more than ever, we need reconciliation.
Stockland’s Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan
At Stockland, we believe there’s a better way to live. We aspire to contribute to a just, equitable and reconciled Australia. We imagine a future where all Australians are united by our shared respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their Elders. Where our people, our partners and key stakeholders appreciate the rich cultural values and ongoing connection to Country that First Nations Peoples inherently possess. Where we build meaningful relationships with First Nations communities, partnering with First Nations businesses, increasing First Nations participation through employment and economic development, and celebrating First Nations cultures through our approach to designing with and for Country.
In line with our vision, our Stretch Reconciliation Plan seeks to continue our reconciliation journey and embed reconciliation initiatives into business strategies, so they become ‘business as usual’ practices.
Our Stretch RAP sets out our formal commitment on how we will embed reconciliation activities into our business, as well as demonstrates how we aim to work with First Nations peoples, communities and organisations to:
- Celebrate First Nations Cultures
- Remove barriers and create opportunities
- Increase our cultural competency
- Contribute to economic prosperity for First Nations businesses and communities
- Spread reconciliation awareness
Sources and Links
More information about National Reconciliation Week visit: https://nrw.reconciliation.org.au/
Artwork usage: 2024 National Reconciliation Week artwork. As authorised under https://nrw.reconciliation.org.au/
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