Here at Goodstart Early Learning North Mackay, reconciliation means everyone coming together, respectfully teaching and learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures and histories respectfully. Building relationships between non-Indigenous people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, listening to their perspectives on moving forward, accepting diversity, and ensuring that everyone feels welcome, supporting our reconciliation journey.
From our perspective, a reconciled Australia would be seen as the establishment and maintenance of respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through an awareness and understanding of the past, acknowledgement of the ongoing impacts of colonisation, and a committed action to change. This would mean that everyone is treated with respect and kindness, and we respect the contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring to Australia’s society.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Teach about Reconciliation
Build Relationships with Community
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Celebrate RAP Progress
Acknowledgement of Country
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Take Action Against Racism
Curriculum Planning
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
Early Years Learning Framework
Elders and Traditional Owners Share Histories and Cultures
Teach about Days of National Significance
Visibly Demonstrate Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Recognise and Respect Rights
Care for Country
Celebrate Days of National Significance
Welcome to Country
Physical Acknowledgement of Country