Reconciliation Action Plan
Orbost Regional Health joined other public health services across East Gippsland came to launch a collaborative Reconciliation Action Plan. The launch was held on Gunaikurnai Country at the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (IGLaWAC) Wangun Amphitheatre
This Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) marks our shared commitment to reconciliation, cultural safety and improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The RAP was developed by nine health organisations through a collaborative working group: Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, Gippsland Lakes Complete Health, Omeo District Health, Orbost Regional Health, Buchan Bush Nursing Association, Dargo Bush Nursing Centre, Ensay Bush Nursing Centre, Gelantipy District Bush Nursing Centre and Swifts Creek Bush Nursing Centre.
The plan represents a shared commitment to strengthening relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and ensuring health services are culturally safe, respectful and welcoming.
“For health services, reconciliation is not separate from care. It is central to providing safe, equitable and culturally respectful care for every person who comes through our doors,” organisers said.
The RAP features the artwork Light in the Darkness by artist Bradley Brown, which reflects themes of unity, healing, connection and hope.
