Leadership endorsement

Our journey towards reconciliation has continued to be one of remarkable learning and profound reflection.

The experiences and learnings gained through our Innovate RAP have deepened our understanding of the rich cultures, histories, and lived experiences of First Nations communities. We recognise that this journey is a transformative process that requires our hearts, minds and actions to be aligned with the principles of respect, equity and justice.

This Stretch RAP represents a continuation of our efforts and a deepening of our resolve. We acknowledge that while progress has been made, there is still much to do. The insights and feedback we have garnered pave the way for practical actions and long-term strategies that honour the voices of our First Nations brothers and sisters.

In the wake of the 2023 referendum outcome, we reaffirm our ongoing commitment to a ‘Yes’ future. We believe reconciliation is essential to healing, understanding and equity within our society. We remain steadfast in our resolve to walk alongside First Nations communities, working to ensure that the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are not only heard, but amplified.

As we embark on this next chapter, we invite every member of our movement, our partners and our faith communities to actively engage with this Stretch RAP. Each of us has a vital role to play in weaving reconciliation into the fabric of our everyday practices, following the model of Jesus, who embodied reconciliation in His life and ministry.

Together, we can fulfil our vision — wherever there is hardship and injustice, Salvos will live, love and fight, alongside others, to transform Australia one life at a time with the love of Jesus.

Let us move forward hand in hand with conviction and purpose, striving for a better tomorrow where understanding, respect and healing flourish.