Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) | July 2026 – June 2028
The Centre for Volunteering is proud to present our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2026-2028. This Plan continues our commitment to reconciliation by recognising, acknowledging and respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’, knowledge, cultures and histories.
This RAP builds on lessons learnt from our Reflect RAP, and focuses on embedding reconciliation into organisational planning, building on current initiatives, and expanding understanding of engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, in a culturally safe way.
About the Artist: Graham Toomey
Graham Toomey is a freshwater man from the Wurrumunga Clan of the Wiradjuri Nation and also of the Wongaibon Nation of Western NSW.
My creative works, captures the living spirit of Country which binds me to my Identity and Culture. Country speaks to me, which I then explore and create new mediums and forms of creativity and art.
About the Artwork
The Head Office of The Centre for Volunteering is located on Gadigal Country.
Gadigal Country is both ancient and beautiful and it holds knowledge and stories from long ago. If we listen carefully and respectfully, Country will speak to us and will share those stories and knowledge. Country is a reference of a place long ago and, mystically, it captures the presence of our old peoples.
At the top and bottom of the artwork are shields, which capture Country protecting and providing for its peoples. While we reflect on this artwork, let us never lose sight that if we care for Country, Country will care for us.
This artwork captures the colors of Gadigal Country, its waterways, both fresh and saltwater along with its traditional campsites and tracks that connect clans to Country and to each other.
Resources
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples cultural resources
Want to learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples‘ cultural histories and how to build mutually beneficial partnerships? Check out the resources created in partnership with Aunty Barbara O’Neill and Graham Toomey.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples volunteering stories
Interested in hearing stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander volunteers? Check out our YarnUp project with Tribal Warrior Aboriginal Corporation and Tribal Warrior Talent which highlights the importance of Community giving, Culture and the strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander volunteering.
