An authentic voice giving purpose to our work
The Tasmanian State Service Aboriginal Employee Network is an initiative of the Tasmanian State Service Aboriginal Employment Strategy, a whole-of-state service approach to improve employment outcomes for Aboriginal people in Tasmania. The network gives a voice, purpose and authenticity to the work initiated and progressed under strategy.
The network is built from a shared understanding and commitment to ensure Aboriginal knowledge, experience, values are respected and central to the work we undertake as a collective.
Role and function
- Contribute to, and support the development, implementation and progression of a range of initiatives and programs under the Tasmanian State Service Aboriginal Employment Strategy, ensuring work undertaken is collectively Aboriginal informed or Aboriginal led.
- Provide agencies, and more broadly the State Service, advice and guidance that is consistent, ethical and respectful, focusing on improving employment outcomes for Aboriginal people.
- Work together contributing to a range of cultural and professional initiatives, practices and learning opportunities as well as supporting each other, sharing and celebrating our collective work and achievements.
The Gathering
The annual Tasmanian State Service Aboriginal Employee Network Gathering (known as the Gathering) supports actions identified in the Aboriginal Employment Strategy by creating a supportive environment for Aboriginal employees to:
- share and celebrate their work
- engage in shared cultural experiences with others
- build relationships and networks across the State Service.
The Gathering is also an opportunity for participants to demonstrate their commitment to valuing Aboriginal employees, and ensuring Aboriginal employees have a voice that is heard, respected and included in the work we do.
Supporting Aboriginal employees to participate in the Gathering is one way agencies demonstrate a commitment to valuing Aboriginal employees. Supporting participation recognises the unique knowledge, skills and experiences Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and contribute to building a workplace that is culturally respectful and inclusive.
Aboriginal employees are also encouraged to invite a non-Aboriginal colleague to join them at the Gathering and these guests support their Aboriginal colleagues by attending and helping to make each Gathering a success.
Contact
TSSAboriginalEmploymentStrategy@dpac.tas.gov.au
