Reconciliation Australia

Reconciliation Australia Our vision is for everyone to wake to a reconciled, just and equitable Australia.

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Reconciliation Australia is honoured to welcome Governor-General of Australia Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mosty...
20/08/2026

Reconciliation Australia is honoured to welcome Governor-General of Australia Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC as Patron of Reconciliation Australia.

Reconciliation Australia was set up in 2001 to continue the work of the Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation; to expand and engage the people’s movement for reconciliation of the 1990s into a growing network of active allies capable of making systemic change.

Her Excellency’s support holds particular significance given her connection to Reconciliation Australia in her previous role as a director of our organisation from 2007– 2010.

Her patronage reflects a deep and enduring commitment to reconciliation and to the work of building a more just, respectful and united Australia.

For us, this is a powerful affirmation of the importance of our mission. We are truly grateful for her encouragement, her leadership and the recognition that her patronage brings to reconciliation.

Her Excellency’s work embodies the spirit of reconciliation by ensuring that respect, justice and understanding are woven into the life of our nation.

At a time when advancing reconciliation remains as vital as ever, Her Excellency’s support is a powerful reminder that reconciliation belongs to all Australians and that building a better future requires courage, respect and underpinned by justice.

📌Our statement: https://www.reconciliation.org.au/governor-general-announced-as-patron/

Judges for the Indigenous Governance Awards 2026 recently visited finalists Blak & Bright in Naarm/Melbourne as part of ...
18/08/2026

Judges for the Indigenous Governance Awards 2026 recently visited finalists Blak & Bright in Naarm/Melbourne as part of the awards judging process.

Blak & Bright was created to address the absence of a dedicated platform led by and for First Nations writers and storytellers.

Founded in 2016 as a First Nations literary festival, it has since grown into a nationally recognised, First Nations literary organisation delivering national programming across multiple cities and communities, deepening industry relationships and creating consistent opportunities for First Nations storytellers and audiences.

Blak & Bright champions intellectual sovereignty, fair remuneration and meaningful pathways for First Nations creatives early into their careers.

winners will be announced at the Indigenous Governance Awards 2026 Gala Dinner on Thursday 5 November 2026, in Tarntanya/Adelaide.

📌Learn more: https://www.reconciliation.org.au/our-work/indigenous-governance/indigenous-governance-awards/

Indigenous Governance Awards are delivered in partnership by AIGI, The Australian Indigenous Governance Institute and Reconciliation Australia.

📷Tom Hoy, Wirrim Media

We're thrilled to announce three new speakers who will join us in Tarntanya/Adelaide this November for the National RAP ...
17/08/2026

We're thrilled to announce three new speakers who will join us in Tarntanya/Adelaide this November for the National RAP Conference and Indigenous Governance Awards (IGA) 2026.

The two-day conference program will feature leading voices exploring key issues in reconciliation and celebrating the impact of First Nations self-determination and governance in organisations and communities across Australia.

▪️ Tanya Hosch AM – Director, GO Foundation
▪️ Francis Nona – Director, Just Ripples
▪️ Travis Lovett – Executive Director, Centre for Truth-telling and Dialogue, The University of Melbourne

📅 4 – 6 November 2026
📍 Adelaide Convention Centre, Tarntanya/Adelaide
🎫 Register now: rapconference.com.au

Reconciliation Australia recently travelled to Garma Festival and hosted a group of women leading vital work with Austra...
12/08/2026

Reconciliation Australia recently travelled to Garma Festival and hosted a group of women leading vital work with Australia’s multicultural communities, including Settlement Council of Australia CEO Maria Dimopoulos.

Maria and SCOA made clear after the event, “Garma does not end when we leave Gulkula. The real work begins as we return to our organisations, members and communities.

“We have a responsibility to embed what we have learned across the settlement sector by strengthening partnerships with First Nations organisations, deepening accountability, and ensuring reconciliation is reflected not only in our words, but in our leadership, advocacy and everyday practice.”

10 August 2026 is the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples with this year’s theme, "Honouring Indigenous ...
10/08/2026

10 August 2026 is the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples with this year’s theme, "Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being."

The theme highlights the vital role Indigenous midwives play in sustaining Indigenous knowledge systems, strengthening cultural identity, promoting community well-being, and advancing self-determined forms of care.

In Australia, First Nations midwifery and Birthing on Country programs are internationally recognised as a model that improves health outcomes.

Multiple studies have shown the clinical effectiveness, positive health outcomes and success of wrap-around supports of Birthing on Country programs including:

Waminda - South Coast Women's Health & Wellbeing Aboriginal Corp.:
https://nit.com.au/03-03-2026/22954/new-rural-irthing-on-country-model-shows-positive-results

Baggarrook Yurrongi or "Women's Journey" model in three Melbourne hospitals: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-27/first-nations-babies-midwifery-program-results-melbourne/106840152

As the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation strongly states, Birthing on Country is not about returning to the past. It is about creating a future where the world’s oldest living cultures and contemporary healthcare work together to give every child the strongest possible start in life.

📌Learn more via Molly Wardaguga Institute: birthingoncountry.com/

As Reconciliation Australia marks 25 years, we are highlighting the work, impact and legacy of 25 key voices who have be...
06/08/2026

As Reconciliation Australia marks 25 years, we are highlighting the work, impact and legacy of 25 key voices who have been pivotal to the reconciliation movement.

Peter Garrett AM FTSE is one of Australia’s most respected public figures, known for his work as a musician, activist, environmental leader and former federal minister.

This year, as part of National Reconciliation Week’s Voices for Reconciliation project, more than 41,000 people sang Midnight Oil’s classic anthem ‘Beds Are Burning’.

Peter said he was buoyed by so many choirs singing the song and it still having meaning: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1971241560424626

We are excited to announce more speakers for the National RAP Conference 2026. ▪️ Commissioner Selwyn Button – Australia...
04/08/2026

We are excited to announce more speakers for the National RAP Conference 2026.

▪️ Commissioner Selwyn Button – Australian Productivity Commission

▪️ Dr Jackie Huggins AM FAHA – Lifelong advocate, academic and author

▪️ Deputy Premier Kyam Maher MLC – South Australian Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Attorney-General

Early bird tickets have been extended. You now have until 11:59pm AEST Sunday 9 August to claim your all-access ticket to both days of the conference and the IGA Gala Dinner at the early bird price.

🎫Tickets: rapconference.com.au
📅 Thursday 5 – Friday 6 November 2026
📍 Adelaide Convention Centre, Tarntanya/Adelaide

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is a national celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait ...
03/08/2026

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is a national celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children held each year on 4 August since 1988.

This year's theme is Living Our Truth, honouring the power of truth-telling and celebrating the journeys Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children take as they grow, guided by culture, community and connection to Country.

Together, we can nurture their voices and dreams and support a future where every child walks strong in their identity.

The day is led by SNAICC-National Voice for our Children, the national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peak body representing children, young people and families, and is an opportunity for all Australians to recognise and celebrate the strength, pride and potential of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

📌Learn more: https://www.snaicc.org.au/

As Garma Festival wraps for 2026, we’re reflecting on the importance of sharing the event with women that are leading vi...
03/08/2026

As Garma Festival wraps for 2026, we’re reflecting on the importance of sharing the event with women that are leading vital work with Australia’s multicultural communities.

Reconciliation Australia was privileged to be hosted in the camp of Gumatj Elder Djapirri Mununggirritj, especially during this year’s theme of ‘Bukmak’ (Everyone), which is an expression of unity and a celebration of the diversity of modern Australia.

Rana Hussain, Reconciliation Australia Board Director and founder of Good Human, shared that, “reconciliation is an ongoing conversation that won't change until every organisation, every household, every school is focusing on it.”


Settlement Council of Australia, SSI - Settlement Services International, Australian Multicultural Women's Alliance - AMWA, SydWestcares, Australian Muslim Women's Centre for Human Rights, intouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence

The 26th annual Garma Festival starts Friday 31 July and runs until Monday 3 August at the Gulkula ceremonial site, 40km...
30/07/2026

The 26th annual Garma Festival starts Friday 31 July and runs until Monday 3 August at the Gulkula ceremonial site, 40km from Nhulunbuy on the Gove Peninsula, NT.

Since 2006, Reconciliation Australia has hosted groups of key stakeholders from various sectors at Garma Festival. This year we are pleased to invite a group of women leading vital work with Australia’s multicultural communities:

▪️Rana Hussain Reconciliation Australia Board Director & Founder – Good Human
▪️Maria Dimopoulos CEO – Settlement Council of Australia
▪️Violet Roumeliotis CEO – SSI - Settlement Services International
▪️Malini Raj Executive Director – Australian Multicultural Women's Alliance - AMWA
▪️Elfa Moraitakis CEO – SydWestcares
▪️Nesreen Bottriell CEO – Australian Muslim Women's Centre for Human Rights
▪️Tania Farha CEO – intouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence

The focus for our 2026 Garma Group is also an important part of a new partnership between Reconciliation Australia, Settlement Council of Australia (SCOA) and Settlement Services International (SSI).

These organisations are committing to a future where settlement does not repeat the harms of colonisation but becomes a practice of reconciliation.

📌Learn more about Garma: https://yyf.com.au/garma-festival/

📷First image by Tiffany Garvie

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