Evans Head-Woodburn Preschool

 Our vision for reconciliation is grounded in truth-telling and acknowledging the past, ensuring that the wrongdoings, hurt, and trauma experienced by First Nations peoples are never hidden or ignored. We commit to creating a space of cultural safety, authentic relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider community, and high-expectation relationships where all voices are valued.   We believe reconciliation is about equality and equal opportunities, building partnerships that foster belonging, strengthen identity, and nurture a reconciled future for all. Through learning,  unlearning and relearning, we strive to be trauma-informed, to understand intergenerational trauma and healing, and to walk alongside community in ways that honour resilience, cultural knowledge, and connection to Country and community.   Our work is defined by determination, persistence, and the belief that by working together, we can create lasting change on our reconciliation journey. Reconciliation is not tokenistic; it is embedded in our practice, our programs, and our philosophy. It is about building knowledge in a judgement-free zone, led by both First Nations and non-Indigenous voices, and passing this knowledge on to the next generation of jarjum  our future leaders, speakers, and voice holders.  We envision a community where reconciliation is lived every day: where local truth-telling strengthens relationships, where healing is possible, and where connection to Country guides us toward unity. This vision is not only for us, but for the generations to come, ensuring that reconciliation is woven into the fabric of education, identity, and belonging.