Pastoral care check-ins for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander personnel, providing support and a forum for regular group and topic-specific yarning circles. The network meets bi-monthly.

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RAP Working Group meetings

Thu, 20 Aug

The RAP Working Group meets to discuss achievements and barriers in progressing Reconciliation Action Plan deliverables across The Salvation Army.

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Free

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RAP yarning circles

Thu, 20 Aug

Yarning circles for Salvation Army personnel on significant events directly related to First Nations peoples and reconciliation priorities, including past Royal Commissions, advocacy, referendums, the start of reconciliation in Australia, the United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, cultural safety and cultural load. A minimum of six are held per year.

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Free

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Council meetings

Thu, 20 Aug

Quarterly meetings of The Salvation Army Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Council, which supports the Reconciliation Action Plan and acts as a voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander matters.

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Free

Event

National Reconciliation Week

Thu, 20 Aug

Participate in National Reconciliation Week activities, including sharing reconciliation resources with staff, attending external events, and supporting staff and senior leaders to recognise and celebrate the week.

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Free

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National Reconciliation Week events

Thu, 20 Aug

The Salvation Army provides opportunities for personnel, including volunteers and corps members, to participate in or host events during National Reconciliation Week. Activities include internal and external events, sharing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories, inviting a First Nations person to share their story, and supporting local external events through volunteer or in-kind services.

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Free

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NAIDOC Week activities

Thu, 20 Aug

The Salvation Army hosts and promotes activities during NAIDOC Week, including internal activities, participation in external events, sharing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories, circulating educational resources, and inviting an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person to share their story.

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Free

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RAP and yarning circles

Thu, 20 Aug

Regular RAP and yarning circles provide a respectful space for discussion, truth-telling, listening and shared learning. Age-appropriate yarning circles are also held for children and young people.

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Services

13 services · 1 category

Christmas Support

COACH Community Mentoring

Community Food Parcels

Community Legal Advice

Doorways Emergency Relief and Case Management

Employment Plus Local

Financial Support

Kitchen Hire

Main Auditorium Hire

Meeting Room Hire

Men's Behaviour Change Program

Multi-purpose Room Hire

About

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Doveton Community Support Services is a Salvation Army community service supporting local people through practical assistance, care and advocacy. It is connected to The Salvation Army’s commitment to social justice, reconciliation and strengthening community wellbeing.

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