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Reconciliation Action Plan

Scitech recognises the importance of developing a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) as a fundamental step towards fostering meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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Our Vision for Reconciliation
At Scitech, we embrace Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first STEM practitioners and recognise the importance of First Nations peoples’ innovations, knowledges, cultures, histories, songs, and stories.

Our goal is to strengthen our organisation’s cultural capabilities and enhance opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by embedding this vision into our day-to-day operations, values, and activities.

We recognise the importance of developing a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) as a fundamental step towards fostering meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our commitment to reconciliation stems from a deep understanding of our role within the Western Australian community and a desire to contribute positively to our region. By creating this RAP, we aim to inspire and engage both our staff and stakeholders in our reconciliation journey, promoting awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Karen Mundine

CEO of Reconciliation Australia

Reconciliation Australia commends Scitech on the formal endorsement of its inaugural Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Commencing an Innovate RAP is a crucial and rewarding period in an organisation’s reconciliation journey. It is a time to build strong foundations and relationships, ensuring sustainable, thoughtful, and impactful RAP outcomes into the future. Since 2006, RAPs have provided a framework for organisations to leverage their structures and diverse spheres of influence to support the national reconciliation movement.

This Innovate RAP is both an opportunity and an invitation for Scitech to expand its understanding of its core strengths and deepen its relationship with its community, staff, and stakeholders.

By investigating and understanding the integral role it plays across its sphere of influence, Scitech will create dynamic reconciliation outcomes, supported by and aligned with its business objectives.

An Innovate RAP is the time to strengthen and develop the connections that form the lifeblood of all RAP commitments. The RAP program’s framework of relationships, respect, and opportunities emphasises not only the importance of fostering consultation and collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, but also empowering and enabling staff to contribute to this process, as well.

With close to 3 million people now either working or studying in an organisation with a RAP, the program’s potential for impact is greater than ever. Scitech is part of a strong network of more than 2,500 corporate, government, and not-for-profit organisations that have taken goodwill and intention, and transformed it into action.

Implementing an Innovate RAP signals Scitech’s readiness to develop and strengthen relationships, engage staff and stakeholders in reconciliation, and pilot innovative strategies to ensure effective outcomes.

Getting these steps right will ensure the sustainability of future RAPs and reconciliation initiatives, and provide meaningful impact toward Australia’s reconciliation journey. Congratulations Scitech on your Innovate RAP and I look forward to following your ongoing reconciliation journey.

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John Chappell

CEO of Scitech

I am pleased to announce our commitment to advancing reconciliation in our organisation through the implementation of our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). At Scitech, we recognise our responsibility to build strong relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is of paramount importance in our core activities, as we recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first STEM practitioners, and value their knowledge as engineers, problem-solvers and innovators of this land.

In our Discovery Centre, and through our outreach programs, Scitech is in a unique position to connect with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, and to develop exhibits and programs that are culturally sensitive and relevant. The integration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges into Scitech’s activities will enhance the quality of education and engagement of our programs and exhibitions. This not only enriches the understanding in STEM for the WA community, but also enhances the overall educational experience and celebrates the profound contribution of these communities to Australia’s cultural and scientific landscape.

Our RAP outlines our dedication to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity, promotes inclusivity, and respects the cultures, histories, and contributions of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Through this plan, we aim to embed reconciliation initiatives into our operations, ensuring equity and fairness in everything we do.

We understand that reconciliation is a journey that requires sustained effort and genuine collaboration. We invite active participation and contribution from the entire Scitech community and together, we can create a place where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures are honoured and celebrated.

I look forward to seeing the positive impact of our RAP unfold as we take our first step on this reconciliation journey.

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