Willow Cottage Early Learning Centre

Willow Cottage's vision for reconciliation acknowledges and values the cultural histories, heritages and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We value and respect the First Nations families within our learning community and their ways of being, knowing and doing.   Our vision is a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are recognised as being the First Nations people of Australia. Where all Australians embrace Elders past, present and future for the wisdom and knowledge they hold and share and support emerging leaders in local communities.  Our vision of reconciliation is based on Reconciliation Australia's five dimensions: historical acceptance; race relations; equality and equity; institutional integrity and unity. These five dimensions are interrelated, and all the threads must be woven together. For example, through our ongoing actions and sharing knowledge, we work towards goals by taking consistent steps towards a better tomorrow.