Our Reconciliation Action Plan
We want all our members to be treated fairly and equally. That’s why we’re dedicated to improving superannuation outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Download our Reconciliation Action Plan
This is our third plan
Our reconciliation journey began in 2019 with the introduction of our 'Reflect' plan.
Our first 'Innovate' plan, launched in 2020 helped us build on the strong, respectful partnerships established with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
This plan, our second 'Innovate' Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), aims to develop and expand on achievements, strategies and relationships formalised through our first two RAPs.
This plan will continue to help promote reconciliation by formalising our efforts to:
- Meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through culturally appropriate processes and procedures, and education programs to assist them to understand their superannuation
- Develop and implement plans to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members better understand, engage and access their super
- Increase employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Continue to raise employee awareness of the histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Works towards a culturally inclusive workplace through staff awareness programs and activities
Our vision for reconciliation
Our vision for reconciliation is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to be respected, valued and to experience equality in our society.
We recognise that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples face unique challenges accessing and understanding the complex superannuation system.
Partnering to make impactful change
Our path to reconciliation is an ongoing and collaborative process, made possible with support from organisations, including:
- Acknowledge This!
- Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees Indigenous Superannuation Working Group
- AUSTRAC
- The Financial Counsellors Association of WA
- First Nations Foundation
- Indigenous Managed Services
- Kulbardi
- The Link Group
- The Public Sector Commission WA
- Reconciliation WA
- Wunan Foundation
Here are some of the initiatives we're delivering together
Flexible identity requirements
We accept different forms of identification, such as a letter or statement by a referee, to make access easier for members who may not have traditional identity documents.
Free financial literacy program
We provide access to First Nation Foundation’s My Money Dream financial literacy program to help our members learn about budgeting, banking, insurance and superannuation.
Employment opportunities
We offer work experience and employment opportunities through the WA Public Sector Commission’s Aboriginal traineeship program.
Educational partnerships
We’ve partnered with First Nation’s Foundation, the Financial Counsellors' Association of WA and Wunan Foundation to support programs that can assist in educating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members and communities of all ages.
Regional secondment
We participated in the Jawun Secondment Program, during which a staff member spent time in Broome with the Kimberely Land Council and the Yawuru People, the traditional owners of Broome and its surrounding areas.
Celebrating culture
We are dedicated to raising awareness of the histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by celebrating significant events such as National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week.
Our RAP artwork
Our RAP has been illustrated by Acacia Collard, a Badimia Yamatji - Balladong Noongar woman who comes from two large families in Western Australia. Acacia’s artwork has featured on both of our RAPs.
Acacia’s vibrant artwork has again interpreted our GESB values and reconciliation priorities to help bring our plan to life.
Read our Reconciliation Action Plan to learn about the significance of the artwork as told by the artist.
What's new in our reconciliation journey?
Learn more about our most recent initiatives.
Many stories at Boorla Bardip tour
Find out moreTo raise awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and achievements, each year we celebrate significant events including NAIDOC Week.
Noongar word program celebrates culture through language
Find out moreOur Noongar word of the month program aims to share and celebrate traditional language with staff in a fun and engaging way.
My Money Dream registrations have been re-released
Find out moreDue to the popularity of the program, we've reissued another 50 registration passes to give members access to this helpful tool.
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