GOLD COAST 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES ELEVATE RECONCILIATION ACTION PLAN

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1 GOLD COAST 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES ELEVATE RECONCILIATION ACTION PLAN a

2 THE ARTWORK STORY WITH SHARED VISION, TOGETHER IN UNITY, WE MOVE FORWARD WITH ENERGY, AND LEAVE OUR LEGACY. The journey begins with a vision, a vision for a reconciled Australia, where we gain strength in the knowledge and respect we share with one another. Learning from the truth of our past we look to the future with excitement and energy for all it can bring. Strong in culture and purpose, our energy sustains us on the journey where united as a nation we take small steps together, leaving behind a legacy for all that follow of a reconciled and vibrant future. Lead artist and designer on the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games RAP artwork Jenna Lee is a proud Larrakia woman from Brisbane based Indigenous creative agency Gilimbaa. Jenna Lee s artistic practice is strongly influenced by her heritage as she takes inspiration from traditional artwork styles, drawing on the rich artistic practices of her Larrakia ancestors. 1

3 THE QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT ACKNOWLEDGES AND RESPECTS THE TRADITIONAL CUSTODIANS OF THE GOLD COAST, QUEENSLAND AND AUSTRALIA AND THEIR ELDERS PAST AND PRESENT. 2

4 MESSAGE FROM THE QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT Humanity, equality and destiny values that unite 70 nations competing in the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018). It is these same values that call each of us to participate in the journey of reconciliation with Australia s Islander peoples. This Reconciliation Action Plan a first in Commonwealth Games history will help guide our efforts to acknowledge Aboriginal and Islander values, culture and heritage and advance outcomes for Aboriginal and Islander people. Beyond Islander participation in the Games, this plan is about creating a lasting legacy through employment and training opportunities, promoting Aboriginal and Islander art and culture and supporting healthy and active lifestyles. We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners along with the Yugambeh Elders Advisory Group and Gold Coast Indigenous Working Group who have helped develop this plan. Their contribution will ensure the Games nurtures a rich and powerful sense of community pride and ownership throughout Queensland and particularly in our event cities of the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Townsville and Cairns. The Reconciliation Action Plan is our commitment to delivering genuine and meaningful outcomes for Queensland s Islander peoples. The Honourable Annastacia Palaszczuk MP, Premier and Minister for the Arts The Honourable Kate Jones MP, Minister for Education and Minister for Tourism, Major Events and the Commonwealth Games The Honourable Mark Furner MP, Minister for Local Government and Minister for Torres Strait Islander Partnerships 3

5 MESSAGE FROM THE GOLD COAST 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES CORPORATION There are few things more powerful in this country than the collective experience, traditions and insights that have been embodied in Islander peoples cultures over hundreds of generations. They reach out across the expanses of time to the current generation to teach us about kinship, spirit, identity, environment and Country. By listening to and sharing those experiences, there is much we can all learn and understand in moving forward. And that is why the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is so important. In a nationwide first for Australian events, it will build upon these learnings to deliver lasting and tangible outcomes for all. It forms a genuine connection with local Traditional Custodians, and Islander communities across Queensland, to encourage and bring about respectful engagement with the 70 Commonwealth nations and territories which will participate in the 2018 Games, including those that have Indigenous peoples of their country. The RAP outlines objectives across such areas as employment, procurement, volunteering and embedding culture within GC2018. It also focuses on enabling Islander arts, cultural and other businesses to further develop from the Games initiatives. Many representatives from the Islander community have generously donated their time and knowledge to its development with the ambition of respectfully recognising and celebrating the extensive First Australians heritage and cultures of the Gold Coast, Queensland and Australia. Their efforts have created a great and enduring legacy for this state and for future major events in this country. And together we are providing a Commonwealthfirst benchmark for future host nations to show leadership towards greater cultural understanding within their own communities. As a long-term legacy of GC2018, there are few that will hold greater importance and have a more authentic role in the bringing together of the First Australians and other citizens of this country and the peoples of the world. The Honourable Peter Beattie AC, Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation Chairman 4

6 MESSAGE FROM RECONCILIATION AUSTRALIA Reconciliation Australia congratulates the Queensland Government on its exceptional commitment to reconciliation in Australia through the implementation of an Elevate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). From 4 to 15 April 2018, the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) will act as a watershed moment in Australia s sporting history, seeing the first RAP enacted for major sporting events in Australia, and the first such plan in Commonwealth Games history. These efforts will have a local and global impact, with athletes, team officials and visitors coming from across the globe, and the Games being broadcast to a global audience of 1.5 billion people. This presents an extraordinary opportunity to showcase the cultures, histories and achievements of Australia s Islander peoples. To achieve this, Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation () and Office of the Commonwealth Games (OCG) has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to respectful engagement with local stakeholders. Throughout this process, staff have developed and strengthened key relationships with Islander peoples and other Australians through Games Partners, the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF), Queensland Government agencies, Indigenous councils, event cities, schools and key stakeholders. Respectful relationships like these are fundamental to reconciliation, of which knowledge and pride in Islander histories and cultures are critical. The Queensland Government s commitment to reconciliation and continued learning is demonstrated in the endorsement of Reconciliation Australia s Narragunnawali: Reconciliation in Schools and Early Learning program as the primary education tool for schools and early learning centres in the reconciliation space. 5

7 Further to these efforts, the Queensland Government is moving to advance reconciliation through the undertaking of culturally appropriate and inclusive measures, including cultural workshops, training and awareness programs for their staff. Far beyond these 11 days of competition, these RAP efforts will leave a lasting legacy a legacy of the stories, histories, and cultures of Australia s Islander peoples - for the Gold Coast community, Queensland, Australia and for the Commonwealth. With respect, knowledge and opportunities at its core, these reconciliation actions will set new standards, both unprecedented in scope and vision, for future engagement by host countries with respect to First Nations Peoples. THIS PRESENTS AN EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY TO SHOWCASE THE CULTURES, HISTORIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF AUSTRALIA S ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLES. On behalf of Reconciliation Australia, we congratulate the Queensland Government on this extraordinary achievement, and look forward to following its continued reconciliation journey. Justin Mohamed, Reconciliation Australia Chief Executive Officer 6

8 GC2018 VISION FOR RECONCILIATION Our vision is to deliver a great Games that will recognise, respect and celebrate Aboriginal and Islander cultures. GC2018 will leave a lasting and meaningful legacy through: employment and training; procurement; showcasing Islander arts and cultures; building a culturally capable workforce and providing authentic Islander cultural experiences for GC2018 and beyond. THE GAMES The Queensland Government and GC2018 Partners are working together to plan, organise and deliver a great Games in From 4 to 15 April 2018, the Commonwealth Games will be held on the Gold Coast, with events also taking place in Brisbane, Cairns and Townsville. GC2018 will be the largest international multisport event ever hosted on the Gold Coast and in Queensland and will be the largest sporting event to be staged in Australia this decade. Across 11 days of competition, more than 6,600 athletes and team officials from 70 nations and territories will attend, competing in 18 sports and an integrated para-sport program comprising 7 para-sports. GC2018 will boast the largest ever para-sports program in Commonwealth Games history. Events will be hosted across 18 competition venues on the Gold Coast as well as Brisbane, Townsville and Cairns. The Opening and Closing Ceremonies will be held at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast and broadcast to a cumulative global audience of 1.5 billion people worldwide. 7

9 OFFICE OF THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES. DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM, MAJOR EVENTS, SMALL BUSINESS AND THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES The Queensland Government s objectives for hosting GC2018 are to: demonstrate Queensland s ability to stage a successful, inspiring and memorable international event leverage the Commonwealth Games to derive economic benefits and develop local business and workforce capability maximise long-term community, sport and health benefits from GC2018 strengthen Queensland as Australia s premier tourism destination. To ensure these are achieved, the Office of the Commonwealth Games (OCG) was established on 1 January 2012 within the Department of Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games (DTESB). OCG is responsible for: Oversight of the Whole of Government budget and contractual and legislative obligations and coordination of GC2018 Oversight and monitoring of the Embracing 2018 Legacy Program for GC2018, including the GC2018 RAP Oversight of the Festival 2018 arts and cultural program, ensuring alignment with the Creative Principles across all Festival 2018 delivery partners Development and implementation of the State Protocol Plan, Event Cities Operations and Readiness Planning Within OCG, an Islander Programs Team has been established to lead the Government s role in the GC2018 RAP and drive the legacy benefits for Islander Queenslanders. The unit is responsible for coordinating the actions and monitoring the delivery of RAP activities that relate to the local, state and federal governments. 8

10 GOLD COAST 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES CORPORATION () was established on 1 January 2012 under the Commonwealth Games Arrangements Act 2011 as a statutory body. Its purpose is to plan, organise and deliver the Commonwealth Games, in conjunction with the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF), Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA), the City of Gold Coast (CoGC), OCG and the Australian Government. s vision is to stage a great Games in a great city, leaving great memories and great benefits for all. By Games time, the team will comprise over 1,500 staff, up to 15,000 volunteers and up to 45,000 contractors. s offices and the entirety of its workforce are based on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Given s role as the organising corporation for GC2018, the organisation s geographic reach extends beyond the Gold Coast, covering all 70 nations and territories which form the Commonwealth. s objectives are to: attract the best athletes to compete in a technically excellent, world class, fun and friendly Commonwealth Games. launch the Commonwealth Games into a new decade with an inspiring, memorable and landmark event. help our partners make the most of the opportunities presented by the Games. engage and harness the enthusiasm of our communities. contribute to economic growth by working with partners to promote Queensland tourism, trade and investment. present the Games in a creative way that will encourage comprehensive and positive exposure and support. 9

11 GC2018 JOURNEY TOWARDS RECONCILIATION The journey towards GC2018 requires the efforts of numerous agencies, human resources, businesses, governments and key stakeholders to work collaboratively to successfully deliver a great Games for the Gold Coast and the Commonwealth. The development of a RAP was identified as a meaningful opportunity to embed Islander participation within GC2018 event planning and delivery. From 2015, this RAP has involved: the Yugambeh Elders Advisory and Indigenous Working Groups who have endorsed the intent to develop a RAP for the Games coordinating existing Games activities to embed opportunities for Islander peoples identifying new activities that can be leveraged from the event identifying complementary opportunities to enhance economic and social outcomes through collaborative partnerships. This RAP is the result of a commitment from Games Partners to deliver legacy outcomes for Islander peoples and has been led by the Queensland Government through the OCG and. As the first of its kind for a major event and for a Commonwealth Games, this RAP provides a unique opportunity to educate and promote Islander awareness to a large and diverse group of stakeholders who will experience GC2018. It also provides a guiding framework for other Commonwealth Games host nations to show leadership towards reconciliation with their First Peoples. GC2018 will celebrate and share the cultures of Islander peoples whilst respecting traditions and providing inclusive opportunities. The GC2018 RAP outlines objectives across areas such as employment, procurement, cuisine, language and cultural awareness. This RAP has been developed to: recognise Islander cultures and respect the Traditional Custodians of the cities of Gold Coast, Brisbane, Cairns and Townsville where GC2018 events will be held celebrate the extensive Islander heritage and cultures of the Gold Coast, Queensland and Australia leverage economic and social benefits for Islander peoples. 10

12 OUR KEY COMMITMENTS Together with Games Partners, this RAP will deliver on the following five key commitments: 1) Increased procurement opportunities for Indigenous businesses including: a) real procurement opportunities for Indigenous businesses during the lead up to, during and post GC2018 b) increased capacity and skills for Indigenous businesses for future opportunities c) Indigenous business development to secure procurement opportunities d) promotion of Indigenous tourism 2) Increased employment and training for Islander people including; a) initiatives to train and upskill Aboriginal and Islander people b) increased and employment opportunities after the Games 3) Increased Indigenous participation in healthy active lifestyle initiatives including: a) community and school based initiatives which increase Aboriginal and Islander peoples participation in sporting activities and healthy lifestyle choices b) healthy and active lifestyle programs 4) Increased awareness of Islander language, culture and histories. This will include: a) celebrating the extensive Islander heritage and cultures of the Gold Coast, Queensland and Australia b) recognising Islander cultures and protocols c) respecting the Traditional Custodians of the land, the Yugambeh Language Group People of the Gold Coast and Traditional Custodians of the cities of Brisbane, Cairns and Townsville where GC2018 events will be held; d) showcasing Islander culture, art and languages, including: i. cultural awareness training ii. cultural celebrations such as National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC 5) Improved connections with Islander communities through: a) Strong positive relationships with Islander peoples, communities and organisations by supporting GC2018 RAP programs and initiatives including: i. Community Information sessions ii. Online and digital information iii. RAP Newsletter. 11

13 THE LEGACY OF THE GC2018 RAP Once the competition is over, the success of GC2018 will be determined by the long term legacy the event has delivered. This RAP is the culmination of a range of actions identified by and OCG with the support of Games Partners and other Government agencies. Through this approach, this RAP will ensure Islander peoples are provided with meaningful opportunities to participate in GC2018, extending beyond the traditional inclusion of culture within the Opening Ceremonies, and contributing towards a positive lasting legacy for Islander peoples. 12

14 GOVERNMENT COORDINATION Office of Commonwealth Games, Department of Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games. The GC2018 RAP Implementation Team was established by the Office of the Commonwealth Games as a formal working party in 2015, to consult with government agencies engaged in GC2018 activities, and other agencies that can support the development and delivery of complementary initiatives as part of the RAP. The GC2018 RAP Implementation Team is comprised of the following stakeholders: Islander Programs Team, Arts Queensland (AQ) City of Gold Coast (CoGC) Department of Islander Partnerships (DATSIP) Department of Education and Training (DET) Department of National Parks Sport and Racing (NPSR) Department of State Development (DSD) Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation () Office for Sport, Federal Government (OFS DOH) Queensland Health (QH) Queensland Police Service (QPS) State Library of Queensland Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) In addition to the GC2018 RAP Implementation Team, OCG has coordinated local governments responses across Gold Coast, Brisbane, Cairns and Townsville and approached all Queensland Government departments to identify actions to support the GC2018 RAP. The intention to coordinate the Government s contribution is to: identify complementary funding and support programs that can enhance the success of outcomes delivered by ; identify existing GC2018 programs that will be delivered as part of the event to embed economic and social outcomes for Aboriginal and Islander peoples; identify new programs or opportunities that could be leveraged of GC2018; and identify programs and opportunities for all Islander Queenslanders to be included and/or engaged in GC2018. The Embracing 2018 RAP Implementation Team has a Terms of Reference created to provide a structured guideline to set out roles and responsibilities that will enable the monitoring and accountability to driving activities as they relate to their area of commitment. As planning progresses towards GC2018 new agencies will be invited to participate to align with the key priorities. 13

15 STATE WIDE ENGAGEMENT OCG is also responsible for leading community engagement across Queensland with Islander communities to raise awareness of our RAP, identify legacy opportunities and to encourage participation in GC2018 activities. To support our engagement with the community OCG have developed an Islander Engagement Plan to effectively engage with Islander peoples, communities and stakeholders. OCG has engaged with Islander networks located in: Cairns Townsville Mackay Rockhampton Sunshine Coast Caboolture Inala Ipswich Brisbane Logan Redlands Gold Coast OCG will continue to engage with Queensland s Islander communities to update them on progress towards GC2018 and the implementation of the RAP. 14

16 ENGAGEMENT AND RAP COORDINATION commenced the community engagement process on the Gold Coast in early 2015 by seeking advice from local Traditional Custodians on its intention to develop a RAP for GC2018. This led to the establishment of s Yugambeh Elders Advisory Group (YEAG), which endorsed s development of a RAP for GC2018. Under the guidance of the YEAG, an Indigenous Working Group (IWG) was formed to drive the development of the GC2018 RAP as it relates to the Gold Coast region. The YEAG and supporting IWG includes representation from Traditional Custodians, Community Elders, Games Partners and local Islander Service Providers. The YEAG meet at least three times per year to guide and advise the development and delivery of cultural related activities. The IWG meet bi-monthly to support the development of s RAP initiatives and are guided by a Terms of Reference. Yugambeh Elders Advisory Group (YEAG) Aunty Mary Graham Elder Patricia O Connor Uncle Ted Williams Aunty Joyce Summers Aunty Carol Currie Uncle Kevin Page Uncle John Graham Uncle Victor Slockee Aunty Ethel Togo Aunty Marcia Browning Indigenous Working Group (IWG) Craig Williams (Yugambeh Language Group Traditional Custodian) Linda Biumaiwai (DATSIP) Rory O Connor (Yugambeh Museum, Language and Heritage Research Centre) Jason Sandy (Dreamworld Corroboree Mentor) Brad Currie (Mununjali Housing) Kieran Chilcott (Kalwun Development Corporation) Mark (Charlie) Fay (Tweed Men s Health Group) Larissa Smyth (Community Representative) Louisa Panuel () Clinton Brewer (Ngarang-Wal Gold Coast Aboriginal Association) Al Mucci (Indigenous Relationship, ) Travis Couch ( Executive Operations, ) Consultation with local Elders, Aboriginal and Islander service providers, men and women s groups and Islander employers has taken place and is. This has been supported by information sessions, other public forums with key stakeholders and community consultation as part of the RAP development. have been progressing the development of the RAP and initiatives through its YEAG, IWG and Functional Areas (FA s). Ongoing engagement and facilitation of RAP activities will be supported through engagement with the YEAG and IWG on RAP planning and aspirations with the broader Islander community on the Gold Coast. 15

17 GET INVOLVED We encourage all Islander Queenslanders to find out more and participate in GC2018 opportunities. For all enquiries relating to the Government contribution please contact: OFFICE OF THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES Islander Programs Team Office of the Commonwealth Games, Department of Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games For all enquiries relating to activities please contact: GOLD COAST 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES CORPORATION 16

18 OPPORTUNITIES As the largest international sporting event in Australia for more than a decade, GC2018 provides the opportunity to create genuine participation through employment and procurement opportunities for Islander peoples and businesses. Opportunities relating to GC2018 extend across Games Partners in areas such as employment, procurement, sports participation, education, language and cultural awareness. ACTION LEAD IMPLEMENTATION PARTNERS TIMELINE DELIVERABLE BUILDING CAPABILITIES BUSINESSES AND ARTISTS 1.1 Develop the capacity of Aboriginal and Islander businesses. Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB TEQ Local Councils DTESB DATSIP DSD QPWS 2016, 2017 Build the capacity of Islander businesses to leverage off opportunities associated with GC2018. Engage with Indigenous Chambers of Commerce and key stakeholders to increase capacity and tendering opportunities of Islander businesses. AQ As required Support Islander artists through Arts Queensland s Backing Indigenous Arts (BIA) and other funding programs to: increase capacity of Indigenous Art Centres to produce high quality artistic outcomes. promote GC2018 opportunities through Far North Queensland Indigenous Art Centre Alliance (IACA). CREATING OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESSES RELATIONS 1.2 Develop partnerships to support Aboriginal and Islander businesses to secure GC2018 procurement opportunities. 1.3 Embed strategies to deliver economic outcomes for Torres Strait Islander people. Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB Procurement, Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB DATSIP DSD DATSIP GC2018 RAP Implementation Team Commenced July 2015, 2016, Commenced July 2015, Embed strategies to support Islander businesses to secure economic outcomes within. Promote GC2018 opportunities identified by to raise awareness amongst Aboriginal and Islander businesses. Embed strategies and lead the Government s coordination to secure procurement, employment and training outcomes for Torres Strait Islander people associated with and across Games Partners. Identify suitable opportunities within OCG to support procurement outcomes for Aboriginal and Islander businesses. Promote GC2018 opportunities identified by for Islander businesses. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 17

19 ACTION LEAD IMPLEMENTATION PARTNERS TIMELINE DELIVERABLE Procurement, 2016, 2017 Incorporate an Islander procurement strategy within s Local Industry Participation Plan. Commenced December 2015 Continue to promote membership of Supply Nation with internal stakeholders. 2016, Embed supply chain strategies to support capable Islander businesses to secure GC2018 opportunities. Give further consideration to processes which boost the procurement outcomes for Aboriginal and Islander peoples and to align with the Queensland Indigenous Procurement Policy (under development). Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB Commenced July 2015, Promote GC2018 opportunities to Aboriginal and Islander businesses. Continue to promote procurement opportunities to Islander businesses. BUSINESS, EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING 1.4 Support employment, training and procurement outcomes within the Commonwealth Games Village. Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB DATSIP Grocon DSD Commenced February 2016, February 2016, , Support Islander peoples in partnership with Grocon and Yourtown to secure employment and training outcomes on the Commonwealth Games Village. Monitor and promote all economic benefits across GC2018 venues as part of Commonwealth Games Village. Promote case studies of Islander individuals and/or businesses working on the GC2018 venue construction projects. 1.5 Embed Aboriginal and Islander employment policies and procedures. HR Operations, RAP, Indigenous Relationships, Commenced July , 2017 July Incorporate Islander employment initiatives/activities in the recruitment sourcing strategy. Engage with existing Torres Strait Islander staff to consult on employment strategies. Support activities to promote internship opportunities at through the Griffith University Indigenous Support Unit. April Ensure employment advertisements include statement encouraging Islander peoples to apply. May 2016, Commenced 2016 Embed culturally appropriate recruitment and selection processes to mitigate potential barriers to employment at. Promote supply chain strategies to support Islander employment through GC2018 contract opportunities. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 18

20 ACTION LEAD IMPLEMENTATION PARTNERS TIMELINE DELIVERABLE SUPPORTING PARTICIPATION YOUNG PEOPLE 1.6 Engage Aboriginal and Islander young people through GC2018. EMPLOYMENT Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB DJAG July 2017 Liaise with DJAG to facilitate inclusive initiatives to engage Islander young people within Juvenile Detention Centres. DET All schools participating in the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program Embracing 2018 State Wide Working Groups As required Facilitate opportunities through the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program to include Islander students across Queensland to participate in GC2018 activities led by. 1.7 Support employment opportunities for Torres Strait Islander people. 1.8 Develop initiatives to facilitate employment prospects through GC Support economic outcomes for Islander peoples with Games Partners. HR Operations, RAP, Workforce Planning, Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB PSC DATSIP OCG DATSIP Queensland Universities DET PROCUREMENT AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES By April 2018 April 2018 July 2017 By April 2018 By April 2018 Increase OCG s Islander workforce to 5%. Increase Islander employment and work experience opportunities within to 70 (5%) by games time which will include: Work Placement and internships (30) Employment (40) Implement coaching and mentoring programs for Islander employees under a broad leadership program. Create and deliver an internship program to support five (5) Islander University students gain experience within OCG. Support Islander people to have access to quality training programs to address employment and business demands identified through GC Embed opportunities for Islander businesses. Procurement, 2016, 2017 Develop at least six (6) commercial relationships (either directly or via sub contract) with Islander businesses each year Showcase Islander arts and culture in GC2018s Ceremonies and Festival 2018 program. Cermonies and Arts and Culture, OCG Local Councils AQ April 2018 February 2017, As required Showcase Islander cultures to the world through the GC2018 Ceremonies and Festival 2018 program. Facilitate opportunities for Islander artists to participate in the GC2018 Ceremonies and Festival 2018 program. Engage Arts Statutory Bodies and Shareholder Companies such as Aborignal Centre for Performing Arts (ACPA) to identify opportunities which strengthen connections between their programming and the GC2018 cultural program. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 19

21 ACTION 1.12 Promote Torres Strait Islander Tourism Operators. LEAD IMPLEMENTATION PARTNERS TIMELINE DELIVERABLE TEQ DATSIP Islander Program QPWS Team, OCG, DTESB January 2017, Integrate Islander Tourism offerings into the GC2018 Tourism Marketing Strategy and identified opportunities. Volunteers, Commenced December 2016 Incorporate candidate attraction, recruitment and selection processes, and volunteer support initiatives into the Volunteer Strategy. Explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Islander organisations and stakeholders to assist with recruitment of volunteers. Consult with RAP team to ensure the GC2018 volunteer recruitment application and screening process is culturally appropriate. Continue to ensure GC2018 Volunteer Advisory Panel includes /or Islander representation. Continue to ensure Islander representation is provided into the Volunteer Program Area to contribute to the planning, writing and execution of community engagement RAP initiatives. Encourage similar uptake of Islander volunteers in the City Volunteer strategy. VO LU NTE E R I N G 1.13 Increase Islander volunteer representation at GC2018. Islander Program Team, DATSIP April 2016, By April 2018 AC TIVE L I FES T YL E S 1.14 Provide active lifestyle opportunities for Islander peoples. NPSR QH Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB OFS DOH December 2016, Support/implement/and partner with Games Partners, Queensland Government Agencies and key stakeholders to encourage more Islander children and adults to participate in sport and active lifestyles choices. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 20

22 GC2018 RAP ACTION REGISTER RELATIONSHIPS Building lasting, meaningful relationships with Islander peoples and sharing their cultures and experiences is integral to the successful delivery of GC2018. GC2018, as the largest major event the nation will experience in a decade, will aim for tangible success through building, growing and valuing stronger relationships with Islander peoples and community. ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE MONITORING OUR PROGRESS 2.1 Actively monitor RAP development, progress and implementation. Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB GC2018 RAP Implementation Team 2016, quarterly 2016, Meet at least four (4) times per year to track, monitor and report on RAP implementation. Include the RAP as a standing agenda item in senior executive meetings. Ensure OCG senior management champion the RAP. Executive Operations, Indigenous Relationships, RAP, ENGAGING WITH THE COMMUNITY IWG YEAG October 2016, annually Commenced 2016 June 2016, quarterly April 2016, Review and update the Embracing 2018 Indigenous Implementation Team Terms of Reference per annum. Ensure at least 80% of the IWG comprise of Islander peoples. Meet at least six (6) times per year to monitor and report on the RAP implementation. Ensure senior management champion the RAP. August 2016, 2017 Review and update IWG Terms of Reference. Commenced , 2017 YEAG to provide advice and input into the development, endorsement and launch of the RAP. YEAG to meet at least four (4) times per year to provide support and guidance into the RAP implementation. 2.2 Build strong positive relationships with Islander communities across Queensland. Islander Program Team, OCG, DTESB DATSIP July 2016, DATSIP, NPSR, QH, Embracing 2018 State Wide Working Groups, BCC, CRC, TCC, AQ, DET DATSIP QPS DATSIP December 2016 Ongoing as required Deliver engagement with Aboriginal and Islander stakeholders to identify legacy opportunities within GC2018. Host regular community information sessions in Brisbane, Cairns and Townsville to provide update on progress of planning, including implementation of GC2018 activities. Deliver communication tools to assist the Islander community to engage in GC2018 activities. Promote GC2018 activities through key stakeholders to encourage the participation of Islander peoples in the appropriate opportunities Implement strategic engagement plans to raise awareness of key GC2018 activities. By November 2017 Embed inclusive engagement strategies for Islander communities. SLQ Ongoing as required Promote GC2018 activities through Local Indigenous Councils and the 25 Indigenous Knowledge Centres. Promote OCG s Word of the Week campaign to external stakeholders. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 21

23 ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE 2.3 Develop, maintain and leverage mutually beneficial relationships with Islander peoples, communities and organisations to support positive outcomes. Executive Operations, Indigenous Relationships, RAP, 2016 Engage Islander stakeholders to assist with implementing RAP initiatives Organise at least four (4) community information sessions on the Gold Coast to provide update on progress of planning, including implementation of activities. Commit to establishing five (5) formal two-way partnerships relevant to s sphere of influence. Explore joint ventures, partnership, pro bono, employment, education, health, secondment/ community capacity opportunities. 2016, 2017 Continue to seek input and advice through regular consultation with Gold Coast Aboriginal and Islander community. Implement an engagement plan to work with Islander stakeholders (including respectful protocols). Executive Management to hold at least two (2) Executive Team meetings per year on the premises of a local Torres Strait Islander partner/business. Ceremonies and Arts & Culture, OCG DTESB AQ June 2016, Ensure the GC2018 Ceremonies and Festival 2018 continue to engage with Islander communities. PROMOTING RECONCILIATION 2.4 Raise external awareness of the RAP and promote reconciliation. Indigenous Relationships Manger, Communications and Media, RAP, GC2018 RAP Implementation Team January 2017 quarterly Develop quarterly newsletters for Aboriginal and Islander stakeholders and Games Partners to promote: Good news stories Updates on GC2018 activities Islander peoples participation in GC2018 Islander athletes Employment, training and procurement outcomes NPSR, QH, TEQ, SLQ, DATSIP, QPS, DSD, DTMR, QFES, AQ 2016, June 2016, and linked to key events Encourage Games Partners and Queensland Government agencies to promote the GC2018 RAP. Raise awareness of GC2018 RAP by promoting reconciliation across the department s portfolio. Communications, General Stakeholder Engagement, Sponsor Services, City Integration, June 2016, Commenced December , 2017 Profile Islander athletes participation in GC2018 via internal and external media channels. Communicate GC2018 RAP to all external stakeholders, sponsors and sphere of influence. Encourage all stakeholders to develop a RAP, such as affiliated QLD State Government Departments, corporate partners/sponsors and other stakeholders. Promote the message of reconciliation through active engagement with all stakeholders. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 22

24 ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE 2.5 Celebrate NRW to strengthen and maintain relationships between Islander peoples and other Australians. 2.6 Encourage Local Government s (engaged with GC2018) to participate in Reconciliation Australia s RAP Program. 2.7 Showcase Islander participation in Commonwealth Games. Indigenous Relationships, Organisational Development, RAP, Programs and Events, City Integration, Executive Operations, Communications, Communications, 27 th May- 3 rd June annually 2016, 2017 April 2017 Organise one internal NRW event each year. Register NRW events via Reconciliation Australia s NRW website. Encourage and support staff to participate in at least one external event to recognise and celebrate NRW. OCG to support Games Partners to celebrate NRW within their agency. OCG to develop and share resources to encourage all Queensland Government Agencies to celebrate NRW. Invite an external Torres Strait Islander community member to share their experiences and stories with OCG and staff. OCG to facilitate one external NRW event each year. to support one external NRW event each year. Encourage key stakeholders to celebrate NRW event each year and register their events via Reconciliation Australia s website. Promote the GC2018 RAP commitments to support the goals of Reconciliation Australia s RAP Program. Distribute information to Local Governments about Reconciliation and RAP Program from the CEO. Reference the RAP in the MOU with each of the event cities. SLQ As required Promote unsung heroes and former Commonwealth Games athletes through an exhibition. Arts Queensland Ongoing as required Ongoing as required 2017 Stimulate participation in GC2018 through the Indigenous Councils, and the 25 Indigenous Knowledge Centres operated by the Councils. Celebrate and promote GC2018 stories of Islander cultures, history and achievements on Arts Queensland s website and social media channels. Develop and implement a plan to integrate messaging and celebrating of Islander participation in GC2018 through internal and external communications. Sponsor Services, Stakeholder Engagement, 2017 Encourage GC2018 sponsors marketing activations as relevant to develop a RAP of their own. Invite Islander sports people to talk at GC2018 events. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 23

25 ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE Games Family Services, Communications, Marketing, of Stakeholder Engagement, RECONCILIATION IN SCHOOLS April 2018 Explore opportunities to promote Aboriginal and Islander participation in GC2018 with the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF). Establish a mechanism to connect the local Yugambeh Language Group people of the Gold Coast to Commonwealth Games Associations (CGA s) providing an avenue for welcome and to share their own unique cultures and heritage. Acknowledge and promote history of past, current and future Islander athletes at Commonwealth Games through marketing and communications mediums. 2.8 Encourage state schools in the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program to undertake Aboriginal and Islander engagement activities. Schools participating in the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program Embracing 2018 State Wide Working Groups DET Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stakeholders Ongoing to April 2018 Utilise the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program to encourage state schools to access support strategies to enhance reconciliation. Develop resources for state schools participating in the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program to support their engagement with the Torres Strait Islander community. Promote goods news stories from schools engagement with their local Islander community to encourage other schools to participate. 2.9 Encourage schools in the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program and GC2018 Schools Connect Program to participate in Reconciliation Australia s Narragunnawali: Reconciliation in Schools and Early Learning. Stakeholder Engagement, DET Embracing 2018 State Wide Working Groups Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stakeholders Ongoing to April 2018 Promote and distribute Narragunnawali: Reconciliation in Schools and Early Learning Program, through the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program, GC2018 Schools Connect Program and the Embracing 2018 State Wide Working Groups. Endorse Narragunnawali; Reconciliation in Schools and Early Learning, as the principle program driving reconciliation in the education setting. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 24

26 RESPECT GC2018 provides the opportunity for a major sporting event to showcase leadership towards reconciliation in Australia, by working towards the elimination of disparities between Islander peoples and other Australians. The GC2018 RAP is the first of its kind for a major event, which will see a Commonwealth Games providing a unique opportunity to promote reconciliation to an international audience and the diverse group of participants involved. Each of the 70 competing GC2018 Commonwealth Nations have their own unique culture and history. GC2018 will recognise, celebrate and respect the traditions and the unique position Islander peoples hold as the Traditional Custodians of the land in Australia. ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE BUILDING AWARENESS 3.1 Increase knowledge and understanding of Islander cultures, histories and achievements within OCG and. DATSIP January 2018 Engage 100% of OCG staff in Reflect, Respect and Yarn internal Cultural Awareness sessions. DATSIP SLQ December 2016, December 2016, December 2016, Support the department to deliver on its cultural capability plan. Monitor OCG S Cultural Capability framework across key themes: Awareness, Capability, Immersion and Implement. Implement cultural learning activities to raise awareness of the event cities. DATSIP April 2016 Rename OCG s meeting rooms. Organisational Development, Office Facilities, February 2017 February , February 2017 Develop an online portal of resources to showcase Islander cultures, histories and stories through GC2018 legacy initiatives. Display Islander flags in OCG foyer areas. Procure an external /or Torres Strait Islander service provider to facilitate Cultural Capability training to OCG and staff. Display Islander artworks in OCG and foyer and office areas. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 25

27 ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE Organisational Development, RESPECTING PROTOCOL 3.2 Embed cultural protocol throughout GC2018 functions and activities. Communications, RAP, Executive Operations, Protocol, June 2016, 2017 July 2016, quarterly April 2018 June 2016, 2017 June, 2016 as required 2017, Incorporate cultural awareness training for staff as an integral component of the strategy for employee development with consideration for a variety of training channels including online, face to face workshops and cultural immersion. Incorporate cultural awareness into the Training Strategy to ensure it is incorporated across all pillars of Games time training for staff and volunteers. 20% staff to undertake cultural workshop learning activities. 80% staff to undertake cultural learning activities. 50 Leaders to undertake cultural immersion by participating in learning activities. Entire Executive Management Team and all FA Leads undertake cultural learning activities. All new staff to complete cultural awareness as part of induction. Ongoing initiatives plan to raise awareness of Islander peoples cultures, history (including local history) with the wider community and international audience. DATSIP July 2017 Install Acknowledgment of Country plaques in HQ Ron Clarke Building, and OCG foyer. June 2016, as required 2016, as appropriate June 2016, as required Include Acknowledgement of Country at all public events and at the commencement of important internal meetings. Ensure Islander cultural protocols specific to local communities are included within a protocol document. Ensure Islander protocol is respected across GC2018 event cities. Embracing 2018 State Wide Working Groups DATSIP Local Councils April , as appropriate Develop cultural protocol resources to assist Games Partners to deliver respectful processes for Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country. Support pre-event training teams to be welcomed by Traditional Custodians and/or the Islander community within their host training location. Executive Operations, 2016, 2017 Continue to encourage the use of cultural protocol document for Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country. Protocol, Communications, June 2016, 2017, April 2018 Invite local Traditional Custodians to provide a Welcome to Country at four (4) significant events each year. (These events will include milestone celebrations such as years to go events and other significant events as determined by ). Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 26

28 ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE Communications,, Social Media, RAP, 2016, Incorporate Acknowledgement of Country in s communications, publications, and media including social media. RAP, Office Facilities, 2017 Organise and display recognition of the Jimbelung Games within HQ - Ron Clarke Building. Broadcast Operations, RAP, December 2017 Provide guiding resources to effectively represent Islander peoples through broadcasting when making reference to cultural elements on air. DET Embracing 2018 State Wide Working Groups All schools participating in the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stakeholders 2016 April 2018 State Schools Indigenous Education to encourage Queensland state schools to: display Acknowledgement of Country collateral; foster the inclusion of Torres Strait Islander perspectives as part of the curriculum; and encourage Acknowledgement of Country and/or Welcome to Country as part of their official events. CELEBRATING CULTURE 3.3 Celebrate NAIDOC week and provide opportunities for staff to participate in local NAIDOC week activities. Organisational Development, Stakeholder Engagement, RAP, Communication and Media, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community DATSIP, QPS, AQ, QH, NPSR, TEQ, DSD, DET, COGC, OFS DOH July 2016, 2017 Review HR policies and procedures to support staff to celebrate and participate in NAIDOC Week. Provide opportunities for staff to participate in local NAIDOC Week events. Hold an internal or public NAIDOC Week event. Encourage Games Partners and key stakeholders to celebrate/participate in NAIDOC week activities. Embed key messages for senior staff to acknowledge NAIDOC Week and its importance. Sponsor Services, Communication and Media, Stakeholder Engagement, July 2016, 2017 Encourage all GC2018 Sponsor Family to participate in NAIDOC Week events in the local community. Support an external NAIDOC Week community event. Support National and/or local NAIDOC Week Committee. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 27

29 ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE 3.4 Demonstrate respect and raise awareness of Aboriginal and Islander peoples and their culture within the national and international audience. Indigenous Relationships, SLQ Islander language centres across Queensland. Local councils Weekly in the lead up to 2018 Ongoing as appropriate Promote 120 Islander language words, as part of the Word of the Week campaign. Showcase traditional Torres Strait Islander languages on Embracing 2018 social media channels and external networks. Include traditional Islander languages where appropriate in GC2018 activities. All schools participating in the Embracing 2018 Global Education Program SLQ DET 2016 April 2018 The Embracing 2018 Global Education Program to promote Islander languages across state schools in Queensland. AQ DATSIP 2016, as appropriate Provide relevant and appropriate Aboriginal and Islander images to support GC2018 documentation and publications. DATSIP Local councils By 2017 Identify opportunities within the Legacy program to deliver sustainable reconciliation projects within the event and host city. Ceremonies and Arts and Culture, 2017 Explore opportunities to ensure Aboriginal and Islander peoples cultures, history and achievements is highlighted as part of GC2018 Ceremonies and Festival 2018 activities. Catering and Waste, 2017 Explore opportunities for the incorporation of Islander foods into the GC2018 Food Experience. Village Operations, Venue Management, April 2018 Display the Islander flags at the Commonwealth Games village, venues, and sporting facilities. Merchandising and Licensing, 2017 Ensure Islander elements are incorporated into the merchandise range. Village Operations, Marketing, December 2016 Explore the incorporation of Yugambeh language for name and areas within the Commonwealth Games village. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 28

30 ACTION LEAD PARTNER TIMELINE DELIVERABLE Marketing, Village Operations, December 2016 Explore the incorporation of Aboriginal and Islander artwork into the Commonwealth Games athletes village, staff and volunteer uniforms. Village Operations, April 2017 Ensure recognition and celebration of Islander cultures are incorporated within the Commonwealth Games Village. Look and Signage, April 2017 Investigate the opportunity to display a welcome sign in the local Yugambeh language at the entry into the Carrara Stadium. Communications, RAP, 2017 Ongoing initiatives to raise awareness of Islander peoples cultures, history (including local history) with the wider community and international audience. 3.5 Showcase Islander participation in Commonwealth Games. Communications, Digital Media, Sponsor Services, Ongoing initiatives to integrate messaging and celebrating of Islander participation in GC2018 through internal and external communications. Encourage GC2018 sponsors marketing activations as relevant to develop a RAP of their own. Stakeholder Engagement, Invite Islander sports people to talk at GC2018 events. Games Family Services, April 2018 Work closely with the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) to explore opportunities to promote Islander participation in GC2018. FACILITATING CONNECTIONS 3.6 Embrace World s Indigenous Peoples participation at GC2018 Stakeholder Engagement, Communication and Media, Indigenous Relations, RAP, Commonwealth Games Federation April 2018 Explore the opportunity to host a networking event for all Indigenous sports people and athletes participating in GC2018. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 29

31 TRACKING PROGRESS AND REPORTING ACTION LEAD TIMELINE DELIVERABLE 4.1. Report GC2018 RAP achievements, challenges and learnings to Reconciliation Australia for inclusion in the RAP Impact Measurement Report. Islander Programs, Games Benefits, Office of the Commonwealth Games, DTESB Executive Operations, 2017, April 2018 Biannually Complete and submit the RAP Impact Measurement Questionnaire to Reconciliation Australia. Participate in the RAP Barometer Develop and implement systems and capability needs to track, measure and report on RAP activities Conduct limited assurance audit Report RAP achievements, challenges and learnings internally and externally. Islander Programs, Games Benefits, Office of the Commonwealth Games, DTESB Communications, April, 2018 Publically report and develop strategy to promote GC2018 RAP achievements, challenges and learnings. Encourage GC2018 Government and Corporate partners to develop RAP. Pink: OCG Purple: Orange: Shared responsibility 30

32 APPENDIX 1: ABBREVIATIONS ACRONYMS DESCRIPTION OCG DTESB GC2018 RAP RA FA IWG YEAG DATSIP AQ NPSR QH DET QPS QPWS DJAG OFS DOH SLQ TEQ DTMR DSD COGC BCC TCC CRC Office of the Commonwealth Games Department of Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Reconciliation Action Plan Reconciliation Australia Functional Area Indigenous Working Group Yugambeh Elders Advisory Group Department of Islander Partnerships Arts Queensland Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing Queensland Health Department of Education and Training Queensland Police Services Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services Department of Justice and Attorney General Office for Sport, Department of Health State Library of Queensland Tourism and Events Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads Department of State Development City of Gold Coast Brisbane City Council Townsville City Council Cairns Regional Council 31

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