Developing Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
The Shire of Harvey is developing its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) – a formal commitment to practical actions that strengthen relationships, show respect, and create opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Our RAP will guide how the Shire works with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, community members, and organisations across the region. The RAP does this by providing a framework of practical actions for the Shire of Harvey to centre Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, acknowledge culture and history, and take practical steps towards reconciliation that benefit the whole community.
Reconciliation is about building stronger, more respectful, and more inclusive communities. The RAP will help ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices are included in shaping the Shire’s future, and that reconciliation is embedded across services, projects, and decision-making.
How to get involved
We love hearing from our community - and your voice is important in helping to shape this initiative. Here's how you can share your ideas:
Community Survey
Complete a community survey.This survey asks about your priorities and ideas for how we can build reconciliation actions into the Shire of Harvey. It has five questions, and should take 5-10 minutes to complete.
Start Survey here >>
Drop in and say hi
Come and chat to our team!
- We’ll be at Ridley Place on November 8 from 12-1pm for a Reconciliation Sausage Sizzle. Come and get a free sausage, and have a chat to us about your aspirations for Reconciliation.
- We'll be at the Brunswick Show on 25 October from 12-2pm, so if you see our booth, stop by and say hi.
- Share your ideas directly with the Shire of Harvey’s Community Development Team. You can do this by emailing communitydevelopment@harvey.wa.gov.au, or call (08) 9729 0300 and ask for Ben Rose.
Join the Working Group
Want to help shape the RAP, and be a voice for community? Expressions of Interest to join our RAP Working Group will be available soon - watch this space!
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