Hypothesis
The reconciliation movement in Australia has had a positive impact on the Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal relationships overall as apposed to the BEE in South Africa which has not managed to receive the same positive outcome.
Introduction
Reconciliation is the action of restoring relations after arguments (Merriam-webster.com,2014). Reconciliation in Australia’s about the respect and unity between non-indigenous Australians and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander groups and is about the respect for the Indigenous people and valuing the justice and equality for all Australians (Australia.gov.au,2014).
The reconciliation movement began with the referendum in 1967 where ninety per cent of Australians voted to remove clauses discriminating …show more content…
Mick Dodson and Prime Minister John Howard as an aspect of Forward-Looking to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 1967 referendum (Reconciliation.org.au,2014). Through the plan, other organisations develop business plans to outline what their contribution to reconciliation in Australia would be. They outline practical actions that the organisation will take to build strong relationships and strengthen respect between Indigenous people of Australia and other Australians (Reconcilition.org.au,2014). Their vision for reconciliation is for a united Australia where Indigenous people’s heritage and cultures are celebrated and valued in Australia as well as overseas to enhance the Australian reputation of a multi-cultural country that respects the rights of Indigenous people and people from all other nations (Dfat.gov.au,2014). Evidence further suggests that the programme is so far successful. The report found that 358 organisations had a reconciliation action plan and that more than 18,972 Indigenous people were being employed by RAP organisations. They also indicate that more than $14.7 million were provided for scholarships for Indigenous students (Reconciliation.org,au,2104). Even though the success of the programme is evident, there is no doubt they still need
The reconciliation movement in Australia has had a positive impact on the Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal relationships overall as apposed to the BEE in South Africa which has not managed to receive the same positive outcome.
Introduction
Reconciliation is the action of restoring relations after arguments (Merriam-webster.com,2014). Reconciliation in Australia’s about the respect and unity between non-indigenous Australians and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander groups and is about the respect for the Indigenous people and valuing the justice and equality for all Australians (Australia.gov.au,2014).
The reconciliation movement began with the referendum in 1967 where ninety per cent of Australians voted to remove clauses discriminating …show more content…
Mick Dodson and Prime Minister John Howard as an aspect of Forward-Looking to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 1967 referendum (Reconciliation.org.au,2014). Through the plan, other organisations develop business plans to outline what their contribution to reconciliation in Australia would be. They outline practical actions that the organisation will take to build strong relationships and strengthen respect between Indigenous people of Australia and other Australians (Reconcilition.org.au,2014). Their vision for reconciliation is for a united Australia where Indigenous people’s heritage and cultures are celebrated and valued in Australia as well as overseas to enhance the Australian reputation of a multi-cultural country that respects the rights of Indigenous people and people from all other nations (Dfat.gov.au,2014). Evidence further suggests that the programme is so far successful. The report found that 358 organisations had a reconciliation action plan and that more than 18,972 Indigenous people were being employed by RAP organisations. They also indicate that more than $14.7 million were provided for scholarships for Indigenous students (Reconciliation.org,au,2104). Even though the success of the programme is evident, there is no doubt they still need