Big Group Hug is committed to reconciliation. In July 2024, our first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) was endorsed by Reconciliation Australia. Implementation of our RAP and continuous improvement are essential to turn our good intentions into ongoing action.
Acknowledgement of Country
Big Group Hug acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung, Bunurong and Wadawurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, on which we are located. We pay our respects to their Elders both past, present and emerging and their continued connection to land, sea, and community. We care for all bubups, children, and young people, on these lands and ensure they are protected from the adverse effects of disadvantage.
What is a RAP?
A RAP is a strategic document that outlines an organization’s commitment to promoting reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
It will provide a framework for us to engage with Indigenous communities as part of our work, acknowledge their unique histories, cultures, and contributions, and work towards closing the gap.
Who are the RAP working group?
Bernadene, CEO
Sarah, Operations Director
Maria, Manager – Fundraising and Communications
Feona, Relationship Development Coordinator
Bianca, Volunteer and Requests Coordinator
Why we are developing a RAP?
RAPs offer a structured and recognised framework for formalising our commitment to reconciliation. They provide a framework that promotes a sense of shared value, common goals, and a unified approach to reconciliation.
It allows us to translate good intentions into tangible actions and contribute to the collective efforts for reconciliation.
We already work with and support a number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and we want to ensure we continue to do so in a respectful and supportive way.
What support we need from you
If you have suggestions for groups we can partner with in this process, please let us know. We would like to connect with:
– first-nations led organisations
– Blak Businesses
– organisations that have recently completed their Reflect RAP
What's Next?
The Reflect RAP is a living document with a number of actions for our leadership, committee and wider team to put in place over the next 12 months. Watch this space for more information.
