Reconciliation

Argyle Housing acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of our lands and pays respect to their Elders, past and present.

We are profoundly aware of the deep history and enduring connection to land held by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of our lands and pay respect to their Elders, both past and present. Our services and efforts span across territories that are home to the Dharawal, Gundungurra, Ngunnawal and Ngambi, Wiradjuri, and Waveroo peoples. We recognise them as the original custodians and emphasise that this land is, was, and always will be Aboriginal land.

The development of our Innovate: Reconciliation Action Plan is a tangible way for Argyle Housing to take steps towards achieving reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Through this plan, which is officially endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, we have committed to specific actions that will help us advance the five dimensions of reconciliation in alignment with our vision for reconciliation and create meaningful opportunities for First Nations Peoples.

We believe that by being proactive and intentional about our efforts towards reconciliation, we can help achieve greater understanding, respect, and equality within our organisation and the broader community. Further to this it allows us to recognise and build on our current relationships, to further demonstrate our respect for First Nations Peoples, history and culture in all aspects of our business, and to purposely set out an aspirational and innovative framework of measurable goals and achievable actions to guide our journey of reconciliation and recognition.

About our Reconciliation Action Plan Artwork

The artwork featured throughout our Reconciliation Action Plan brochure was designed by Bindi Bindi Art for Argyle Housing.

Chloe Eastwood and Tayla Shearley drew inspiration from our core values, along with our vision of reconciliation.
The artwork is titled “Journey” as it tells a story of the importance of inclusion and connection with First Nations culture and the community.  It emphasises the journey of coming together, and providing a sense of belonging whilst advocating, supporting, and building better futures for the communities Argyle Housing services.

To view their artwork, collaborate or commission work, visit bindi_bindi-art on Instagram.

Inclusivity

In alignment with our ethos of embracing diversity and fostering inclusivity, Argyle Housing is firmly committed to creating spaces where every individual feels seen, heard, and valued.

Recognising the tapestry of identities within our community, including those under the LGBTQIA+ spectrum, is vital to our vision of an equitable society. We pledge to equip our staff with the knowledge and resources necessary to support this vibrant diversity, through ongoing education programs and the implementation of equitable recruitment processes.

Our policies are designed to shield against discrimination and promote fairness, mirrored in our flexible working arrangements and in the culture of open dialogue we nurture among our team members. Celebrating the unique differences within our organization reinforces the sense of community we hold dear. Supporting the LGBTQIA+ community extends beyond our internal practices; we believe in active engagement through community outreach, volunteering, and partnerships that advocate for inclusivity and human rights.