Djerriwarrh Community College

Our vision for reconciliation is an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are acknowledged as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the Lands, skies and waterways of our nation; an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives are valued, respected and included as influential in building a nation that is fair, just, equal, and equitable to all.

Djerriwarrh Community College is committed to respectfully including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures within our classrooms, school grounds and local communities. We will support a learning environment that teaches First Nations histories of Australia and will support a culturally safe and responsive learning environment where pride in identity flourishes and the longest living cultures are celebrated.

To reach our vision for reconciliation, we are committed to:

1: Building and maintaining culturally safe, aware and responsive classrooms and curricula.

2: Directly addressing racism.

3: Enriching each student’s knowledge of, and respect for, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories.

4: Supporting meaningful opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities by valuing, respecting and listening to the voices of families, carers and community organisations.

5: Supporting all First Nations students to grow up connected to, and proud of, their cultures.

6: Developing hope and courage through celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures in all  diverse forms.

7: Building a deeper understanding and knowledge of First Nations perspectives amongst students and staff.