b'Our ReconciliationAction PlanAs part of our Strategic Vision for 20222026, Ozcare has committed to developing and implementing a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) to achieve a structured approach that advances reconciliation with our First Nations peoples.We were excited to receive formal endorsement of Ozcares inaugural Reflect RAP from Reconciliation Australia in March 2023 and to be progressing our reconciliation journey. Guided by our Mission and Values, Ozcare is dedicatedsupporting the organisations reconciliation efforts. Lex and Margaret, Residents at to welcoming and serving people from all walks of life,Ozcare Toowoomba aged care facility Our hope is that through the thoughtful curation andmaking damper as part of NAIDOC regardless of their background or beliefs, and to creating aWeek celebrations.more just and compassionate society. presentation of information, we can foster greater awareness and understanding amongst our team; and build Our RAP expands on this commitment and our desire toupon the strong reconciliation foundations being laid.deepen our understanding of the unique contribution weFirst Nations Workwear This beautiful workwear range [pictured] has provenNAIDOC Weekcan make to reconciliation in our sphere of influence. popular in its first few months of release, and informationAs in previous years, NAIDOC Week saw Ozcare host a series Another highlight has been the launch of a new range of Firstabout the artists and the story behind the artwork isof events across our services and facilities to celebrate the RAP Working GroupNations workwear which is now available for staff to purchase. featured on Ozcares intranet. rich diversity and creativity of our First Nations peoples and One of our first milestone achievements has been theAll garments use licensed First Nations artwork, with acultures. establishment of a RAP Working Group which will bepercentage of proceeds from each sale going directly to theNational Reconciliation Week integral in helping us advance the aims of our RAP over theartist and the Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Centre, theMembers of Ozcares Executive and RAP Working GroupStaff, residents and families were all invited to get involved coming years. not-for-profit Aboriginal Corporation that represents theattended events during National Reconciliation Week toand participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous artists. celebrate this important time in Australias reconciliationliving cultures on earth and its safe to say a wonderful time Ozcares RAP Working Group brings together Aboriginal andjourney. was had by all.Torres Strait Islander team members and non-Indigenous team members from a cross-section of roles and locationsA dedicated page has also been added to Ozcares intranetReview Ozcares RAPacross the state.to assist team members in understanding the significanceOzcare looks forward to working more closely with our The group, which meets quarterly, will be working in aof these key dates in Australias reconciliation calendar. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities and to spirit of partnership across the organisation and with keyThe page includes links to Fact Sheets and other helpfulcontinuing to embrace reconciliation as part of Ozcares stakeholders to help us achieve our vision for reconciliation.resources to assist in raising awareness andexploringculture.Were pleased to report that strong progress is alreadyways we can each contribute to achieving reconciliation in being made. Australia. We invite you to take some time to review our RAP which is available on the Reconciliation Australia website and RAP Intranet Site Ozcares corporate website.Since receiving official endorsement of Ozcares RAP, we have developed and launched an active intranet site dedicated to Staff at Palm Lodge wearing Ozcares First Nations Workwear22 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2023 23'