Our reconciliation plan
We’re proud to be among the 3,000 organisations and 3 million people working under the guidance of a Reconciliation Action Plan, in support of the national reconciliation movement between the wider Australian community and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- We have strategically set reconciliation commitments contributing to the five dimensions of reconciliation: race relations; equality and equity; institutional integrity; unity; and historical acceptance.
- Our RAP is being led by a team that includes representatives from every functional area of the business – engineering, operations, administration, and marketing – ensuring that reconciliation actions are embedded across all teams.
- Though we recognise that we are in the early stages of our reconciliation journey, we aim to build a deeper understanding of reconciliation and foster stronger connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Internal drivers
RAP Working Group (RWG)
- We have a RAP Working Group (RWG), which has led the development of the RAP to date and continues to meet regularly. Through these meetings, the group monitors progress against RAP targets, plans and implements cultural initiatives, and facilitates training, workshops, and cultural awareness.
- We view our RAP as a practical framework to guide our team in turning our vision into meaningful, tangible action.
- In our first stage RAP, Reflect, presents a meaningful opportunity to drive positive change within our organisation and extend that impact across our broader sphere of influence.
Current activities
We are taking practical steps to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, particularly through our procurement practices.
Our RAP team has been actively researching and transitioning to purchasing products from Aboriginal-owned businesses or companies that support First Nations communities.
To date, we have made a conscious switch to suppliers such as Yarn’n and Nood, both of which align with our values and contribute directly to First Nations communities. While these changes may seem small, they represent the beginning of a broader effort to integrate culturally inclusive practices into our everyday operations.
These initiatives reflect our commitment to promoting economic empowerment and long-term sustainability for First Nations peoples.
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Future goals
Within the first six months of submitting our RAP, Rail Confidence aims to achieve several key outcomes:
- Enhancing cultural competency and awareness through dedicated education and training opportunities.
- Continuing to engage First Nations suppliers whenever possible.
- Attending and participating in First Nations events in our local area.
Since establishing our RAP Working Group, our team has developed a greater awareness of the importance of understanding and respecting cultural considerations. However, we acknowledge that there is still much for us to learn and will continue to build on this aspect of our work.
