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Our commitment to reconciliation

We wish to advise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples that the following content may contain audio and images of deceased persons. 

Our vision is to be a faith movement committed to social justice, equity and freedom.

Acknowledgement of Country

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge First Nations peoples as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waterways of Australia that we now share.

 

We acknowledge their unique cultural and spiritual connections to the lands and waters, honouring their wisdom, strength and resilience as the world’s oldest living cultures.

 

We pay respects to the Elders who play a vital role in fostering a fair and just society for all Australians.

We acknowledge that parts of our history have contributed to the profound grief and loss experienced by First Nations peoples.

We are committed to working alongside First Nations peoples  to pursue justice, reconciliation and mutual flourishing. We commit ourselves in prayer and practice to the lands of Australia  and its peoples, seeking reconciliation, unity and equity.

We envision a future where reconciliation is deeply rooted in social justice, cultural safety and truth-telling.

In this future, the voices, histories and rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are respected, upheld and championed.

Guided by our core values, we act with unwavering integrity, ensuring honesty and accountability in all our endeavours. With compassion and respect, we listen attentively, acknowledge past and present injustices, and affirm the dignity and self-determination of First Nations peoples. We celebrate diversity as a strength and foster collaboration, standing in solidarity with communities to advocate justice, cultural safety, and truth-telling.

Reconciliation is not merely a commitment — it is a profound responsibility, a continuous journey, and a shared vision for a just and inclusive future.

The development and implementation of our national Salvation Army Reconciliation Action Plan is key to driving reconciliation practices.

Leadership endorsement of the Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan.

Frequently asked questions

Previous Reconciliation Action Plans

2015-17

2015-17

Location: (former) Australian Eastern Territory: comprising of ACT, Queensland and NSW

Artwork: "Reconciliation"

By: Cindy Aslop

2017-18

2017-18

Location: Victoria

Artwork: "Gum Leaves"

By: Ngarra Katye Murray

2020-21

2020-21

Location: Tasmania

Artwork:Unfinished Business

By: Allan Mansell

2020-22

2020-22

Location: Australian Territory

Artwork: "Our Strength, Our Truth, Our Journey"

By: Sue Hodges, Tanita Paige, Emma Park, Terrence Whyte

Empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices

Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander team members lead the direction in collaboration with the community.