First Nations people hold a profound connection to the land, and the path to reconciliation involves acknowledging their enduring cultures, fostering respectful relationships and creating opportunities for socio-economic well-being.
Mooro Boodjar
The Joondalup region is situated on Mooro country, holding great significance for the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation. Mooro Elders have generously granted permission to share stories and information in the Joondalup Mooro Boodjar brochure below, allowing the community to gain a deeper understanding of the First Peoples’ connection to the land. Of particular importance is the story of the Charnok Woman. Printed copies of the brochure are available at all Library branches and teachers can request class sets.
Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
The City of Joondalup’s inaugural Draft Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) was approved by Council in December 2023. The draft RAP will now go through a process of approvals through Reconciliation Australia before the final document is published and made publicly available in mid-2024.
The RAP serves as a framework to realise our vision for reconciliation through practical actions rooted in relationships, respect, and opportunities. As guided by Reconciliation Australia, the Innovate RAP framework outlines:
- Actions for achieving our vision for reconciliation.
- Fosters a deeper understanding of our sphere of influence, and helps to establish the best approaches to advance reconciliation.
- Focuses on developing and strengthening relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, engaging staff and stakeholders with reconciliation and piloting innovative strategies to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The City has also established the RAP Community Reference Group.