Great Beginnings Oran Park

Our goal for reconciliation is to unite Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with all Australians, fostering national equality and equity, acknowledging the true histories of Australia, and ending negative racial dynamics. Reconciliation must become a fundamental part of Australian society, promoting respectful interactions between communities.

Within our organization, this means providing equal and equitable educational opportunities for First Nations students and all students and creating an inclusive educational environment that celebrates cultural diversity. We commit to:

• Recognizing the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures.
• Acknowledging the First Nations peoples' connections to land and community.

Our vision for a reconciled Australia includes:

• Valuing and embedding understanding of First Nations peoples and cultures into the wider Australian society
• Advocating for First Nations Rights under Australian Law
• Ensuring equal and equitable opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and all children.

We understand reconciliation is ongoing and commit to evolving individually and as an educational service. Our values of diversity, inclusion, advocacy, justice, honesty, and courage guide us.

Additionally, we are dedicated to respectfully incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' teachings and perspectives into our programs, ensuring that our curriculum reflects the richness of First Nations peoples' cultures and perspectives. Through this work, we aim to provide a holistic educational experience that honors and respects First Nations peoples and cultures while promoting cultural responsiveness and understanding among all children.