The strategy aligns with our Reconciliation Action Plan, aiming to improve recruitment, retention, and career development for First Nations staff. It reflects our commitment to reconciliation, understanding First Nations cultures, and enhancing community engagement while promoting diversity and inclusion within the workforce.
Focus areas:
The strategy outlines a comprehensive plan to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees through four key pillars.
- Cultural competency: fostering an inclusive, culturally safe work environment through training and cultural immersion activities.
- Attraction, Recruitment, and Selection: improving hiring practices by removing barriers and creating targeted opportunities for First Nations candidates.
- Professional development and retention: supporting career progression with mentorship, leadership programs, and professional development.
- First Nations employment engagement: engaging with external First Nations communities and staff networks to continually enhance employment outcomes and cultural competency.
