Our Vision for Reconciliation

Act for Kids’ vision for reconciliation is to reduce the disproportionate representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the child protection system. Act for Kids is committed to ensuring that all children have a safe and happy childhood and we know that being safe in cultures is vitally important for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young peoples. We respect and honour the richness and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, languages, spiritual relationships, histories and achievements.

We strive to strengthen our relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through positive and inclusive work practices and partnerships. With greater engagement and participation in the reconciliation process, Act for Kids will promote understanding and selfdetermination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

“We respect and honour the richness and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.”

Value and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures are integrated into our way of working. We will recognise individual factors and needs.

We will have a safe and inclusive workplace (community) and embed concepts such as value, respect and understanding of past injustices.

We will reflect, evaluate, learn, improve and not be afraid to change direction – we will be a learning organisation.

Act for Kids acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians and owners of the land who have a UNIQUE and SPECIAL STATUS.

We respect and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures as part of our SPIRIT.

We are ONE MOB.

Relationships will underpin our success – team members, clients, service providers, community and networks will work in partnership. We will seek opportunities to address injustice, remove barriers and focus on strengths.