Reconciliation action plan

The City of Sydney, on the traditional lands of the Gadigal people, is committed to acknowledging, sharing and celebrating the living cultures of Australia’s First Peoples.

Related to Reconciliation
Published

Takeaways 

  • The City acknowledges the Gadigal of the Eora Nation as the traditional custodians of this place we now call Sydney.
  • As a contemporary custodian of Sydney, the City of Sydney expresses deep respect for the traditional custodians and seeks to draw on the sophisticated, resilient and continuous culture of this place. The City acknowledges we all stand on sacred land.
  • Through the Eora Journey, the City recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and communities, ensuring this fundamental part of our global city is celebrated by everyone. We invite all Australians to be part of this important narrative.
  • This Reconciliation Action Plan is a call to action for the people in our organisation to make a stand for reconciliation, guided by the City’s values of collaboration, courage, innovation, integrity, quality and respect. It is a call to create a diverse and inclusive workplace, and to incorporate and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and knowledge in our daily work.
  • By using these actions to educate and challenge ourselves, we aim to transform our organisation and our communities. This plan seeks to make reconciliation everyone’s business at the City.