In this episode of Reconciliation Roadmap, Dixie Crawford discusses the true meaning of success in Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs). She emphasises the importance of measuring real impact rather than just counting activities, advocating for transparency, accountability, and genuine engagement with First Nations communities. Crawford outlines key metrics for success and encourages organisations to shift their focus from superficial achievements to meaningful change that benefits all stakeholders involved.

Takeaways

• RAP success is not just about ticking boxes.
• Real impact requires measuring what matters, not just what is easy.
• Success is about transparency and shared responsibility.
• Internal confidence does not equate to external credibility.
• Systems change is essential for true reconciliation.
• Define success metrics and revisit them regularly.
• Seek external validation from First Nations stakeholders.
• Create a traffic light dashboard for accountability.
• Reconciliation should be integrated into all aspects of the organisation.
• Honesty about progress is crucial for meaningful change.

Chapters

00:00 Acknowledging Country and Purpose

00:56 Defining RAP Success

02:45 Measuring Real Impact

04:41 Building Effective Metrics

06:08 Creating Accountability and Transparency

07:34 Call to Action for Real Change

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