The Ascham Ngara Commitment

Our obligation is to consciously contribute to the process of reconciliation which aims to achieve an equality between Australia’s original inhabitants and those who came after.

Ascham will compassionately acknowledge the pain and anguish faced by our First Nations People and celebrate the triumph of remaining culturally significant and influential in contemporary Australia.

The Ascham Ngara Commitment strives to grow a community of deeply aware and brave thought leaders who will boldly contribute to the Australian story of reconciliation with our First Nations People.

Ascham community will work in unity to create a culturally responsive school and boarding environment, focused on contributing to a nation in which all people and cultures can survive and thrive.

Ascham community will seek to be guided by, and walk alongside, the local Gadigal people and all those from First Nation communities to incorporate the knowledge, talent and wisdom of First Nations people in all its operations, policies, curriculum and the growth of the built environment.

Ascham will demonstrate the growth in our learning and understanding of the diverse cultures, histories and languages of Australia's First Nation People through culturally visible strategies and meaningful actions.

We acknowledge that our commitment is an ongoing journey, and we are only at the beginning. Our commitment will be embedded over time and continue to deeply impact our community as we listen, learn and grow together.