Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan

Melbourne Polytechnic is proud to present our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Acknowledgement: Melbourne Polytechnic acknowledges the Kulin Nation Peoples' traditional learnings and teachings which occurred for thousands of years on the land where Melbourne Polytechnic's campuses are now located. We pay respect to their Elders, past and present.

Our vision for reconciliation

Our vision for reconciliation is for an inclusive, sustainable, and thriving education community inspired by learning, that celebrates and honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and our shared histories.

We aspire to create a culturally safe workplace that celebrates and respects diversity and cultivates understanding of the rich histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples among our staff.

Throughout our journey we will promote equitable opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners and the staff that support them, ensuring they feel included, respected, and empowered throughout their educational journey.

By actively engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we aspire to grow connections with Traditional Custodians, fostering understanding and sharing knowledge to develop vocational education and training for the future.

Linking our past, present and future

Our reconciliation journey is built on more than 40 years of partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and a shared commitment to education, respect and cultural knowledge.

Through our Innovate RAP we are strengthening cultural capability across our organisation, embedding culturally safe policies and practices, and ensuring reconciliation is championed at every level.  We are committed to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment and career progression through inclusive workforce practices and a supportive, psychologically safe workplace.

We will embed First Nations perspectives in decision-making, learning environments and daily practice, ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices are present and influential across our organisation.  Beyond our campuses, we will use our role to promote reconciliation through collaboration, advocacy and leadership across the TAFE sector, industry and community partnerships.

Guided by the principle that reconciliation is done with us, not for us, we are committed to walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to build a more equitable and reconciled future.