Reconciliation
Acknowledgement of Country
Carers SA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live, work, and care. We recognise that this land was never ceded and always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.
We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present, and we honour the enduring connection that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to Country, culture, and community.
We recognise the profound impact of history and honour the enduring cultural strength, diversity, and unbroken connection of the Traditional Custodians to their lands, waters, and communities, “Always was Always will be”.
We are committed to walking together in the spirit of reconciliation, respect and truth telling, where our actions reflect our words and our journey be guided by truth, healing, and shared responsibility.
Our artwork
By Adjahdura, Narungga and Ngadjuri artist Mel Agius
“The centre design symbolises our Aboriginal Carers caring for someone. Symbolism in the centre blue dots is the importance of our spiritual care and connection to families and country. Often our families will provide support, assistance and respite care to help the families caring for a loved one.
Travelling through Country to meet family groups is symbolised in the dotted path. The outside orange, yellow, green and purple dotted circles symbolise a meeting place representing different agencies and services that Aboriginal Carers may need to talk and work with to assist in providing care. All are connected to provide the best possible care for our loved ones.”
Our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan
Endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, September 2025 to September 2027
Reconciliation Australia has formally endorsed the Carers SA Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, which runs from September 2025 to September 2027. It is our first Innovate RAP and builds on our earlier Reflect RAP.
Reconciliation Australia has administered the RAP framework since 2006, and the four plan types, Reflect, Innovate, Stretch and Elevate, mark the stages of an organisation’s commitment. An Innovate RAP is the stage at which an organisation moves from raising awareness to implementing and testing what works.
The plan was developed with the Carers SA Reconciliation Working Group, the Aboriginal Community Team, Aboriginal Carers and our Executive Leadership Group.
Where we spend
Our First Nations Procurement Strategy commits us to buying from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses where we can, so that the money we spend supports the community controlled sector rather than just our own operations.