Council is refreshing its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Working Group to help shape the path forward and is inviting community members to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). The group brings together local First Nations community members, local allies, Councillors and Council team members to listen, collaborate and guide Council's reconciliation.
Establishing an engaged Working Group is an essential step in ensuring Council's reconciliation journey reflects community aspirations and local cultural knowledge.
"Reconciliation is a journey we need to take together," said a Council spokesperson.
"Council is committed to building an inclusive organisation and region where everyone feels seen, celebrated and treated with respect. If you care about local reconciliation and want to share your voice, Council warmly encourages you to join the working group."
External applications are open under two primary membership categories:
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community Advisors: Local First Nations community members, Elders, and residents living within the Federation Council footprint.
Non-Indigenous Community Advocates: Local allies and community members with a passion for reconciliation, equity, and cultural respect.
Council welcomes individual residents as well as representatives connected to local community organisations and service providers.
Working Group members will serve a two-year term, contributing their knowledge, skills, lived experience, and community connections to guide the RAP's development and delivery.
Meetings will run for approximately 1.5 hours each month during the development of the RAP, transitioning to quarterly meetings once the plan is adopted to monitor progress. Members will also help support key local cultural milestones, including National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week.
An online EOI application form is available on the Federation Council website at www.federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au or a hard copy can be collected from Council customer service centres.
