Recognition & Respect

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Healing Foundation
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Healing Foundation supports healing initiatives to address the traumatic legacy of colonisation, forced removals and other past government policies, with a focus on Stolen Generation members and their families.

FaHCSIA’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Strategy 2010–2012
The Department recognises the richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and the unique skills and knowledge that Indigenous staff bring to our workplace

Apology to Australia's Indigenous Peoples
On 13 February 2008 the Prime Minister moved a motion of Apology to Australia's Indigenous peoples with specific reference to the Stolen Generations.

Constitutional recognition of Indigenous Australians
The Australian Government is committed to meaningful constitutional change that unites the nation and reflects the hopes and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Engagement with Indigenous Australians
Closing the Gap is underpinned by a new way of engaging with Indigenous Australians.

FaHCSIA's Reconciliation Action Plan 2009-2011
A Reconciliation Action Plan is a tangible commitment to the goal of reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians.

International Indigenous Issues – Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
The Australian Government supports Indigenous Australians to participate in international forums, including those under the auspices of the United Nations (UN).

NAIDOC Week
The department funds NAIDOC week and supports the National NAIDOC Committee in organising national celebrations, including the poster competition, ball and awards

Public Awareness Program
The Public Awareness Program (PAP) funds initiatives that raise public awareness in the wider community of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues and culture

Toolkit for Indigenous Service Provision
The Toolkit for Indigenous Service Provision has been designed to help increase the capacity of staff and organisations funded by the Department to provide a high standard of service delivery.

Indigenous Capability and Development Program Guidelines

Stolen Generations Working Partnership
The Stolen Generations Working Partnership was established by the Australian Government in May 2010 to address the immediate and practical needs of the Stolen Generations.