BCHS Reflect RAP V6 HR - Flipbook - Page 10
Our RAP
This Renect RAP is integrally linked to our Strategic Plan, which commits us to provide the
right services to those most in need in the best way to make the greatest difference to our
community. It establishes 8where we are9 and outlines a way forward with inclusion, respect,
integrity and self-determination. Based on these values, we will examine and strengthen
internal processes, build on community relationships to listen and learn about reconciliation.
We will engage with our staff and community to develop and deliver culturally-appropriate
programs and services. We will continue building an inclusive workplace through recruiting
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and adjusting employee support processes to be
culturally appropriate, such as our staff induction program.
BCHS has always prioritised acknowledging and responding appropriately to renect our
community, and historically has incorporated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
within this planning. The Renect phase of this RAP prompts us to further consider the unique
needs, insights and knowledge of our Aboriginal communities and ensure our reconciliation
planning is authentic and purposeful.
A Renect RAP also provides an opportunity for us to take stock, acknowledge our past
achievements and identify where gaps or challenges lie. Through this phase we will develop
better knowledge of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, incorporate cultural
safety initiatives into our operational activities and demonstrate our commitment to the process
of reconciliation.
RAP Working Group
The Bendigo Community Health Services Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group (RWG)
was formed in 2020 from initiatives to embed diversity and inclusion into our values. It has
since met regularly to develop this plan.
The working group consists of:
" Dale Hardy, Executive Leader, Wellbeing, Inclusion and Independence
" Caitlyn Bowe, Podiatrist, Allied Health Services
" Julie Cairns, Senior Leader, Family Services
" Lindsay Rose, Senior Leader, headspace
" Natalia Smith, Senior Adviser, Strategy, Planning and Analysis
" Paul Morgan, Diversity and Inclusion Project Worker
" Stephanie Rose, Senior Leader, Risk and Quality
" Valerie Nkala, Health Promotion and Community Engagement Ofocer
None of the working group identify as First Nations people, which is renective of the nature of
the wider organisation. RWG reports are communicated to key BCHS decision-making groups,
such as the Senior Leadership Team, the Executive and the Board of Directors.
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