Expressions of interest are now open for members to join the ACT Reconciliation Council.
Council members work with the community to continue the conversation around reconciliation and to encourage people to celebrate and learn more about the histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Council members also support the ACT Government in developing a program of activities taking place in the lead-up to and on Reconciliation Day and act as community ambassadors for Reconciliation Day.
Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs Rachel Stephen-Smith encouraged individuals from across the Canberra community to apply.
"We all have a role to play in supporting and promoting reconciliation in the ACT. This is more important than ever as we approach the historic referendum on an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament later this year.
"We are looking for a diverse mix of people to sit on the council, including non-Indigenous and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Canberrans from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds who are passionate about reconciliation are particularly encouraged to apply," said Minister Stephen-Smith.
Reconciliation Council Co-Chair Emeritus Professor Richard Baker highlighted the important role the Council will play in promoting reconciliation during and beyond the upcoming Referendum.
"Reconciliation is about building relationships, respect and trust between the wider Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
"In the context of the upcoming Referendum there is crucial work to be done promoting the benefits and importance of reconciliation across all areas of our diverse community. I strongly encourage anyone interested in assisting with this important and ongoing work to express their interest to join the ACT Reconciliation Council."
Council members are confirmed via Ministerial appointment, and the positions run for two years. All appointments to the council are voluntary and not remunerated.
EOIs are now open and can be submitted online via the Diversity Register until May 23.
